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Scribe, by Carven, 1959

Scribe

Carven

1959

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

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Overview

Scribe is a 1959 by Carven, depicting Womenswear, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Who painted this?
Carven
When & what style?
1959
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 simple outfit: a dark, striped jacket with two buttons and a wide belt, paired with a light gray, flared skirt. Her hair is short and neat, and she stands with one foot slightly forward. To the right, there’s a matching flat drawing of the same jacket and skirt. The artist labeled it "Scribe," which might hint at something about the drawing’s purpose or style. The lines are clean and confident, focusing on the clothes rather than the person. Next, check out Carven, the artist who made this.

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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