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Cerf-volant, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1955

Cerf-volant

Marie-Louise Carven

1955

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

Ruffle

Dominant colour

Overview

Cerf-volant is a 1955 by Marie-Louise Carven, depicting Ruffle, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Who painted this?
Marie-Louise Carven
When & what style?
1955
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 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.

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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