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'Grillage', by Marie-Louise Carven, 1951

'Grillage'

Marie-Louise Carven

1951

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

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Overview

'Grillage' 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

The image depicts a woman in a dress, with her hands on her hips. The dress is sleeveless and features a pattern of small, connected circles. The woman's hair is styled in a short, neat bob. The drawing is rendered in a monochromatic color scheme, with varying shades of brown used to create depth and texture. The overall effect is one of simplicity and elegance. This image is reminiscent of the work of artist Marie-Louise Carven, who was known for her fashion illustrations. To learn more about Carven's work, you can explore the subject: 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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