Artwork
Faustine
Faustine is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1956 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Faustine is a fashion sketch created around 1956 by Marie-Louise Carven, a French designer known for her work with lightweight fabrics and designs for petite women.
Subject & Meaning
The sketch depicts a woman wearing a simple, elegant outfit consisting of a dark jacket with floral-patterned chest and cuffs, paired with a matching flared skirt and a loose headscarf. The name 'Faustine' in the corner may be the design name.
Technique & Style
The drawing is characterized by loose, quick lines that capture the shape and fabric of the outfit, conveying a sense of elegance and simplicity.
History & Provenance
Faustine is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography. Marie-Louise Carven founded the fashion house Carven in 1945 and was among the first Parisian couturiers to introduce a prêt-à-porter line.
Artist & collection
Artist
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.
Museum
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
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