Artwork

Acapulco

Acapulco, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1951
Acapulco, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1951

Acapulco is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1951 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Acapulco is a drawing created around 1951 by Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer. The work is held in the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a woman in a blue floral dress, posed with confidence and poise. Her attire, including high heels and a collared dress with short sleeves, is rendered in detail, suggesting an emphasis on high fashion.

Technique & Style

The image is characterized by a light beige background and a style consistent with fashion illustration. The level of detail in the woman's clothing and accessories indicates a focus on capturing the nuances of fashion.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Marie-Louise Carven

Artist

Marie-Louise Carven

Marie-Louise Carven (31 August 1909 – 8 June 2015), born Carmen de Tommaso, was a French fashion designer who founded the house of Carven in 1945.