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Kali, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1952

Kali

Marie-Louise Carven

1952

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

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Overview

Kali 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 depicts a woman wearing a black dress with a high neckline and a full skirt. The dress features a cutout at the back, revealing the woman's bare skin. She is also wearing white gloves and high heels. The woman is standing with her left hand on her hip, facing the viewer. Her right arm is relaxed by her side. The background of the painting is a light beige color, which provides a subtle contrast to the woman's dark dress. The painting is a beautiful representation of 1950s fashion, with the woman's elegant pose and stylish outfit capturing the essence of the era. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this piece, you might want to look up 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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