Who painted Cannelle?

Cannelle was painted by Marie-Louise Carven in 1958.

Where can I see Cannelle?

Cannelle is held by Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Artwork

Cannelle

Marie-Louise Carven , 1958

Cannelle is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1958 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Cannelle, created circa 1958, is a fashion illustration by Marie-Louise Carven, founder of the French fashion house Carven. The piece is part of the Museum of Ethnography’s collection.

Subject & Meaning

The illustration depicts a woman wearing a loose-fitting, light-colored long coat with a collar and front buttons, accompanied by a simple rear view sketch. The subject is portrayed with short hair and high heels, embodying a petite, elegant figure, reflecting Carven’s design focus on petite women.

Technique & Style

Executed in a simple yet elegant style, the drawing utilizes minimal lines to convey the woman’s facial and bodily features, set against a light beige background. This approach emphasizes the garment’s design.

History & Provenance

Created around 1958 by Marie-Louise Carven, the founder of Carven (established in 1945), the piece is now held in the Museum of Ethnography’s collection.

Context

Cannelle reflects Carven’s pioneering work in prêt-à-porter and her preference for lightweight fabrics, though the specific fabric of the coat is not detailed in the illustration.