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Mûrier, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1956

Mûrier

Marie-Louise Carven

1956

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

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Overview

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

About this work

This drawing shows a woman wearing a stylish outfit. She has on a hat, a blouse with a collar, and a pencil skirt. The blouse and skirt are covered in colorful shapes that look like leaves or flowers. The woman is holding a pair of glasses in her right hand. The drawing is done in a simple but elegant style. The lines are smooth and flowing, and the colors are muted but still bright. The overall effect is one of sophistication and poise. If you're interested in learning more about fashion illustration, you might want to check out 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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