1952
From the collection of Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
Alcyon is a 1952 by Marie-Louise Carven, depicting Womenswear, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
The painting depicts a woman in a black dress, with her right arm raised and her hand touching her face. She is wearing a hat and gloves, and her dress has a high neckline and long sleeves. The background of the painting is a light color, which contrasts with the dark colors of the woman's clothing. The woman's pose and expression suggest that she is lost in thought, and the artist has captured a moment of quiet contemplation. The use of dark colors and the woman's introspective expression create a sense of solemnity and seriousness. The painting is a beautiful example of the artist's skill and attention to detail, and it invites the viewer to reflect on the woman's thoughts and emotions. To learn more about the artist's use of cross-hatching, look up the technique.
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.
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