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Avila, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1959

Avila

Marie-Louise Carven

1959

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

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Overview

Avila is a 1959 by Marie-Louise Carven, depicting Womenswear, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Who painted this?
Marie-Louise Carven
When & what style?
1959
Where can I see it?
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

The painting depicts a woman wearing a floral dress, with her left hand on her hip and her right hand holding the skirt of the dress. The dress is sleeveless and has a full skirt, with a floral pattern in shades of pink and green. The woman's hair is styled in a short, curly bob, and she is wearing green heels. The background of the painting is a solid beige color, which provides a neutral backdrop for the woman's dress. The overall effect of the painting is one of elegance and sophistication, with the woman's pose and expression conveying a sense of confidence and poise. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this piece, you might want to look up 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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