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'Vera', by Carven, 1951

'Vera'

Carven

1951

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

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Overview

'Vera' is a 1951 by Carven, depicting Womenswear, 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 sketch shows a woman in a simple, fitted dress with a belt at her waist. The fabric looks woven, with a subtle pattern. Her sleeves are puffy at the shoulders, and she stands with her hands resting on her hips. The artist used quick, clean lines to suggest fabric folds and volume. The whole drawing feels loose but controlled, like a quick study. Look up Carven to see more of this artist’s work.

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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