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Versaille, by Carven, 1958

Versaille

Carven

1958

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

Bustier Train

Dominant colour

Overview

Versaille is a 1958 by Carven, depicting Bustier, 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 image is a drawing of a woman wearing a formal dress. The dress is pink and has a full skirt, with a fitted bodice and a strapless neckline. The woman is standing with her left leg forward, and her right arm is bent at the elbow. The drawing is done in a loose, expressive style, with bold lines and subtle shading. The woman's face is not fully visible, but her posture and pose suggest confidence and elegance. The overall effect of the drawing is one of sophistication and refinement, capturing the essence of high fashion. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's style and technique, you might want to look up the work of 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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