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Pantalon bleu et marron, by Carven, 1963

Pantalon bleu et marron

Carven

1963

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

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Overview

Pantalon bleu et marron is a 1963 by Carven, depicting Breech, 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 sketch shows a simple, tall figure in a sleek outfit. The person is wearing a short-sleeved top and wide-legged pants with a dark blue and brown pattern. Their hair is styled in a smooth updo, and they’re holding a small bundle in one hand. The pants look unusually loose compared to other styles—almost like they’re meant for comfort or movement. The drawing is clean and quick, with just a few lines defining the shapes. Next, check out cross-hatching to see how artists build shading with layered lines.

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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