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'Rascasse', by Carven, 1951

'Rascasse'

Carven

1951

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

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Overview

'Rascasse' is a 1951 by Carven, depicting Swimsuit, 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 painting depicts a woman wearing a white swimsuit with green accents, leaning against a railing. The woman has dark hair and is facing away from the viewer. The background is a light beige color. The woman's pose suggests a sense of relaxation, and the simplicity of the composition draws attention to her figure. The use of a limited color palette adds to the overall sense of calmness. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this piece, 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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