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'Kangourou', by Marie-Louise Carven, 1951

'Kangourou'

Marie-Louise Carven

1951

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

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Overview

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

About this work

The image presents a drawing of a woman in a stylish outfit, titled 'Kangourou'. The woman is depicted wearing a tailored jacket and skirt, with her hands held out to the sides. Her hair is styled in a neat updo, and she faces to the right. The drawing is rendered in a muted color palette, with subtle shading that adds depth to the image. The overall effect of the drawing is one of understated elegance, with clean lines and simple shapes that evoke a sense of sophistication. The woman's pose and expression suggest a sense of confidence and poise, as if she is ready to take on the world. To learn more about the artist behind this piece, 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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