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'Rosée', by Carven, 1949

'Rosée'

Carven

1949

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

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Overview

'Rosée' is a 1949 by Carven, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Who painted this?
Carven
When & what style?
1949
Where can I see it?
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

The painting depicts a woman in a long, flowing robe with a belt around her waist. She is standing with her left hand on her hip and her right arm extended downward. The woman's face is not visible, and her body is turned slightly to the right. The background of the painting is a light beige color, with a darker beige brush stroke behind the woman. The overall effect is one of simplicity and elegance. This painting is reminiscent of the work of Carven, an artist known for their use of bold lines and simple compositions.

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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