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Campanule, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1951

Campanule

Marie-Louise Carven

1951

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

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Overview

Campanule 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

The painting depicts a woman in a purple dress with a floral pattern, standing with her left leg slightly bent and her right arm raised to her chin. The dress features a white hem and a white collar, and the woman's hair is styled in an updo. The background of the painting is a light beige color. The woman's dress is adorned with small, colorful flowers and green leaves, adding a touch of elegance to the overall design. The painting's use of color and composition creates a sense of movement and energy, drawing the viewer's eye to the woman's face and gesture. The painting's style and technique are reminiscent of cross-hatching, with bold lines and subtle shading used to create depth and texture. To learn more about the artist's use of this technique, 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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