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Majorque, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1953

Majorque

Marie-Louise Carven

1953

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

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Overview

Majorque is a 1953 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?
1953
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 loose, red dress with a bold floral pattern. The dress has a deep V-neck and flared skirt, drawn in quick, confident strokes. Her arms are relaxed at her sides, and the lines are simple but expressive. The handwriting in the corner says "Majorque," which might be the dress’s name or style. The sketch feels like a quick study, not a finished work. Check out Marie-Louise Carven to see more of her fashion sketches.

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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