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Carioca, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1956

Carioca

Marie-Louise Carven

1956

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

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Overview

Carioca is a 1956 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?
1956
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 blue dress with white polka dots, standing with her left leg slightly bent and her right arm raised to her shoulder. She has short dark hair and is wearing white gloves and heels. The background is a light beige color. The woman's dress is a light blue color with small white polka dots scattered throughout. The dress is off-the-shoulder, with a fitted bodice and a full skirt that falls just below the knee. The woman's posture suggests a sense of elegance and poise. The painting is a beautiful representation of 1950s fashion, with the woman's dress and accessories evoking a sense of glamour and sophistication. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind 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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