Who painted Crocodile - Caïman - Tamise?

Crocodile - Caïman - Tamise was painted by Marie-Louise Carven in 1967.

Where can I see Crocodile - Caïman - Tamise?

Crocodile - Caïman - Tamise is held by Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Artwork

Crocodile - Caïman - Tamise

Marie-Louise Carven , 1967

Crocodile - Caïman - Tamise is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1967 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris. Created circa 1967, *Crocodile – Caïman – Tamise* is a fashion illustration by French designer Marie‑Louise Carven.

About this work

Overview

Created circa 1967, *Crocodile – Caïman – Tamise* is a fashion illustration by French designer Marie‑Louise Carven. The drawing portrays a slender figure dressed in a long, check‑patterned coat of brown and cream, complemented by a high collar, pockets, a hat and long gloves. Rendered against an unadorned backdrop, the work exemplifies Carven’s focus on silhouette and textile texture.

Subject & Meaning

The illustration emphasizes the elegance of a streamlined outfit, highlighting Carven’s reputation for catering to petite proportions and lightweight materials. The coat’s bold check motif and the coordinated accessories suggest a harmonious, ready‑to‑wear aesthetic, reflecting the designer’s aim to blend practicality with refined style.

Technique & Style

Executed with swift, gestural lines, the sketch forgoes intricate detailing in favor of capturing the overall form and drape of the garments. The loose rendering underscores the movement of fabric, while the limited palette and absence of background elements keep attention on the clothing’s structure.

History & Provenance

Marie‑Louise Carven, who founded her eponymous fashion house in 1945 and later pioneered one of the first ready‑to‑wear lines, produced this work during a period of expanding mass‑market fashion. The illustration now belongs to the Museum of Ethnography’s collection, where it contributes to the documentation of mid‑century French couture.