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Cuivre, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1958

Cuivre

Marie-Louise Carven

1958

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

Button Copper

Dominant colour

Overview

Cuivre is a 1958 by Marie-Louise Carven, depicting Button, 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

This drawing depicts a woman wearing a copper-colored coat with a collar and buttons. Her hands are tucked into the pockets, and she has short hair. The coat is knee-length and has a loose fit. The woman is facing to the right, with her head turned slightly towards the viewer. The drawing is rendered in a simple style, with bold lines and minimal shading. The copper color of the coat is the dominant feature of the image, and it gives the overall effect a warm and earthy tone. The simplicity of the drawing makes it easy to focus on the subject, and the use of a single color creates a sense of cohesion. You might also want to explore more of Marie-Louise Carven's work.

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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