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Goéland, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1952

Goéland

Marie-Louise Carven

1952

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

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Overview

Goéland is a 1952 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?
1952
Where can I see it?
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

The painting, titled Goéland, depicts a woman wearing a long, red coat with black stripes and a matching hat. Her left hand is tucked into her coat pocket, while her right arm hangs by her side. She stands with her left leg slightly bent, and her right leg straight. The woman's face is not visible, as she is turned to the side. The woman's outfit appears to be formal, with a long coat and a hat, suggesting that she may be dressed for a special occasion. The red color of the coat and hat adds a pop of color to the image. The painting is held at the Museum of Ethnography, and it features the subject of womenswear. To learn more about the artist's style and technique, you can 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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