1949
From the collection of Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
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'Contre-jour' is a 1949 by Marie-Louise Carven, depicting Womenswear, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
This sketch shows a woman in a simple, dark outfit with a jacket and straight skirt. Her pose is relaxed, one hand near her chest and the other resting on her hip. The lines are bold and confident, with a few small details like the buttons on her jacket. The word *contre-jour* (French for "against the light") might hint at how the figure stands out sharply against a plain background. The drawing feels quick and modern, focusing on shape over detail. Want to see more? Check out 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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