1949
From the collection of Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
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'Fiançailles' is a 1949 by Marie-Louise Carven, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
The image depicts a drawing of a woman in a formal gown, with her head turned to the right. The woman's body is facing forward, and her arms are at her sides. The dress is a full, floor-length gown with a fitted bodice and a full skirt. The bodice is adorned with a halter-style neckline, and the skirt is decorated with intricate designs. The drawing is rendered in a delicate, detailed style, with careful attention paid to the folds and textures of the fabric. The overall effect is one of elegance and sophistication. To learn more about the artist behind this beautiful drawing, look up 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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