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Croisette, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1958

Croisette

Marie-Louise Carven

1958

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

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Overview

Croisette is a 1958 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?
1958
Where can I see it?
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

The image showcases a drawing of a woman in a white dress, accompanied by a smaller drawing of the dress's back view. The woman is depicted wearing a white hat, a white dress with a full skirt, and white gloves. She is shown in a walking pose, with her left leg extended behind her and her right arm bent at the elbow. The drawing is rendered in a simple yet elegant style, with clean lines and minimal shading. The overall effect is one of understated sophistication, with the woman's pose and attire conveying a sense of confidence and poise. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this drawing, 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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