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Fushia (sic), by Marie-Louise Carven, 1956

Fushia (sic)

Marie-Louise Carven

1956

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

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Overview

Fushia (sic) is a 1956 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?
1956
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 red suit, with a white hat and white gloves. The suit is a pencil skirt and a jacket with a lapel collar. The woman is wearing high heels and has her left arm bent at the elbow, with her hand near her chest. The background of the painting is a light beige color, which provides a subtle contrast to the bold red of the suit. The overall effect is one of elegance and sophistication, suggesting that the woman is a fashion model or a high-society lady. You can learn more about the subject of womenswear.

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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