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Smart, by Carven, 1958

Smart

Carven

1958

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

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Overview

Smart is a 1958 by Carven, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Who painted this?
Carven
When & what style?
1958
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 sleek black dress with a fitted bodice and a wide, flared skirt. Her hair is pulled back neatly, and she stands with one hand resting on her hip. To the right, there’s a simple line drawing of the same dress from the front. The number "36" and the word "Smart" are written in the corner, hinting at a possible dress size or name. The sketch feels quick and precise, like a fashion draft. Check out cross-hatching to see how artists build shading with lines.

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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