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Faïence, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1952

Faïence

Marie-Louise Carven

1952

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

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Overview

Faïence is a 1952 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?
1952
Where can I see it?
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

This image shows a drawing of a woman wearing a dress. The dress is white with green and blue patterns. The woman is standing with her left hand on her hip and her right arm bent at the elbow. She has short hair. The drawing is done in a simple style, with bold lines and bright colors. The woman's face is not detailed, but her pose suggests confidence and elegance. The dress is the main focus of the drawing, with its intricate patterns and flowing shape. The drawing is a beautiful example of mid-century fashion illustration. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this piece, 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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