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Igor, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1956

Igor

Marie-Louise Carven

1956

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

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Overview

Igor is a 1956 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?
1956
Where can I see it?
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

This sketch shows a woman in a simple pose, walking sideways. She’s wearing a striped dress with vertical lines, a hat, and a small bag in her hand. The lines are bold and clean, giving the drawing a sharp, almost geometric look. The artist used quick, confident strokes to show the fabric’s texture and the woman’s movement. The background is plain, so all the focus stays on her outfit and stance. If you like this style, check out cross-hatching to see how artists build shading with lines.

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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