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'Dandy', by Marie-Louise Carven, 1949

'Dandy'

Marie-Louise Carven

1949

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

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Overview

'Dandy' is a 1949 by Marie-Louise Carven, depicting Womenswear, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Who painted this?
Marie-Louise Carven
When & what style?
1949
Where can I see it?
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

The painting depicts a woman in a dark blue dress with white accents, standing with her left hand on her chest and her right hand holding the dress. She is wearing high heels and has short hair. The background of the painting is a light beige color. The woman's dress is detailed with buttons down the front and a collar. Her posture suggests confidence and poise. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of elegance and sophistication. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of depth and dimensionality in the painting. The subject of the painting, womenswear, is a common theme in art and fashion.

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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