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Glycine, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1951

Glycine

Marie-Louise Carven

1951

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

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Overview

Glycine is a 1951 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?
1951
Where can I see it?
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

This painting features a woman in a flowing purple dress, with her hands on her hips. The dress has a sweetheart neckline and short sleeves, and is cinched at the waist with a bow. The woman's face is blurred, but her dark lips and short, curly hair are visible. The background of the painting is a light beige color, which provides a subtle contrast to the vibrant purple of the dress. The overall effect is one of elegance and sophistication, with the woman's confident pose and stylish attire taking center stage. The painting's use of bold lines and bright colors creates a sense of energy and movement, drawing the viewer's eye to the woman's dynamic pose. To learn more about the artist's use of color and composition, explore the work of 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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