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Pagode, by Carven, 1963

Pagode

Carven

1963

From the collection of Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

Contemporary Floral Pattern

Dominant colour

Overview

Pagode is a 1963 by Carven, depicting Floral Pattern, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Who painted this?
Carven
When & what style?
1963
Where can I see it?
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

This drawing depicts a woman wearing a black dress with a floral pattern on the front and sleeves. The dress has a high neckline and long sleeves, and the woman is wearing black heels. Her hair is styled in an updo, and she is facing away from the viewer. The drawing is done in a simple yet elegant style, with clean lines and minimal shading. The use of black and white creates a striking contrast that highlights the details of the dress and the woman's hair. The drawing is a beautiful example of fashion illustration from the 1960s, and it showcases the artist's skill in capturing the essence of a design. If you're interested in learning more about the artist, you might want to look up Carven.

About the artist

Artist

Carven

These delicate ink-on-paper drawings capture the quiet poetry of everyday things: pinecones, reeds, apples.

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