Artwork
Pharaon
Pharaon is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1959 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Pharaon is a drawing by Carven, dated to around 1959, currently in the collection of the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a woman wearing a long, pleated green dress and a matching top adorned with white, green, and brown patterned shapes. Her head is turned sideways, revealing short brown hair.
Technique & Style
Characterized by meticulous detail, the work showcases the artist's use of varied line work to convey fabric texture and folds. Multiple shades of green are employed to achieve depth and dimensionality.
History & Provenance
Created circa 1959, the piece is now housed at the Museum of Ethnography, with no detailed provenance provided for the period between its creation and museum acquisition.
Context
While specific contextual influences or inspirations for 'Pharaon' are not detailed, the work reflects Carven's broader artistic exploration of figure and textile representation.
Legacy
'Pharaon' contributes to Carven's body of work, inviting viewers to explore the artist's oeuvre for similar themes and stylistic elements.
Artist & collection
Artist
These delicate ink-on-paper drawings capture the quiet poetry of everyday things: pinecones, reeds, apples.
Museum
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
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