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'Arabesque', by Marie-Louise Carven, 1951

'Arabesque'

Marie-Louise Carven

1951

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

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Overview

'Arabesque' is a 1951 by Marie-Louise Carven, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Who painted this?
Marie-Louise 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 image is a drawing of a woman in a black dress, with her left hand on her hip and her right hand raised to her face. The dress is sleeveless and has a low neckline, with a decorative design on the left side of the bodice. The woman's hair is short and styled in a sleek, modern look. The drawing is rendered in a simple yet elegant style, with clean lines and minimal shading. The overall effect is one of sophistication and glamour, capturing the essence of a bygone era. To learn more about the artist behind this piece, explore the work of Marie-Louise Carven.

About the artist

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.

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