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Chanvre, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1956

Chanvre

Marie-Louise Carven

1956

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

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Overview

Chanvre 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 "Chanvre" by Marie-Louise Carven features a woman dressed in a white sleeveless dress and a yellow hat. The woman's dress has a pleated skirt and a collar, and she is wearing high heels. She is standing with her hands behind her back, facing to the left. The background of the painting is a solid beige color. The woman's outfit is detailed, with visible folds in the fabric and a delicate pattern on the dress. The yellow hat adds a pop of color to the otherwise neutral-toned painting. The overall effect is one of simplicity and elegance. To learn more about the artist behind this work, explore the art 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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