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'Brousse', by Marie-Louise Carven, 1949

'Brousse'

Marie-Louise Carven

1949

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

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Overview

'Brousse' is a 1949 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?
1949
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 dress. The woman is shown in profile, facing to the right. She has short hair and is wearing a dress with a floral pattern. The dress has a scoop neckline and short sleeves. It is a-line in shape, with a fitted waist and a full skirt. The woman is standing with her weight on her right leg, with her left leg slightly bent. The drawing is done in a simple, elegant style. The lines are clean and expressive, and the woman's pose is relaxed and natural. The floral pattern on the dress is subtle and understated, adding a touch of color and texture to the overall design. The drawing is a charming and intimate portrait of a woman in a dress. To learn more about the artist behind this work, 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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