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Pervenche, by Carven, 1951

Pervenche

Carven

1951

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

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Overview

Pervenche is a 1951 by Carven, depicting Womenswear, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Who painted this?
Carven
When & what style?
1951
Where can I see it?
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

This sketch shows a woman in a loose, purple floral jacket and matching pants. She’s holding a small bag in one hand and has a confident stance. The lines are quick and simple, with just a few strokes for the face and hands. The bright purple flowers stand out against the light background. The artist used loose brushstrokes to suggest fabric folds and movement. Check out Carven for more fashion-inspired art.

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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