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Frileuse, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1962

Frileuse

Marie-Louise Carven

1962

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

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Overview

Frileuse is a 1962 by Marie-Louise Carven, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Who painted this?
Marie-Louise Carven
When & what style?
1962
Where can I see it?
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

The image depicts a drawing of a woman in a black dress, with her hair tied up in a ponytail and a black headband. She is wearing high heels and has her left arm bent at the elbow, with her hand resting on her hip. The woman is facing to the right, and her body is turned slightly towards the viewer. The drawing is rendered in a simple yet elegant style, with clean lines and minimal shading. The overall effect is one of understated sophistication, with the woman's pose and expression conveying a sense of confidence and poise. For more information on the artist behind this piece, 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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