Cerf-volant
1955
From the collection of Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
1955
From the collection of Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
Cerf-volant is a 1955 by Marie-Louise Carven, depicting Ruffle, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
The painting depicts a woman in a blue outfit, with a light blue jacket and a matching skirt. She is wearing high heels and has her hair styled in a neat updo. The woman is holding a small object in her right hand, which appears to be a paper airplane or a kite. The background of the painting is a plain beige color, which provides a subtle contrast to the woman's blue outfit. The overall effect is one of simplicity and elegance, with the woman's pose and expression conveying a sense of confidence and poise. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this piece, you might want to look up 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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