1953
From the collection of Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
Madame de Chevreuse is a 1953 by Marie-Louise Carven, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
This sketch shows a woman in a long, flowing purple dress with a deep neckline and puffy sleeves. The dress has a white bodice decorated with a subtle floral pattern, and the skirt flares out dramatically. The woman’s pose is confident, with her hands resting on her hips and a slight tilt to her head. The sketch is loose and quick, with visible pencil strokes and shading that give it a sketchy, unfinished feel. The name “Madame de Chevreuse” is written in the corner, hinting at who the drawing might represent. Look up cross-hatching to see how artists create shading with lines.
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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