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'Migration', by Marie-Louise Carven, 1949

'Migration'

Marie-Louise Carven

1949

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

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Overview

'Migration' is a 1949 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?
1949
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 dress and a hat. The woman is facing to the left, and her body is turned slightly towards the viewer. The dress is a light-colored, knee-length, sleeveless dress with a V-neckline and a full skirt. It has a wide belt around the waist with a decorative bow at the front. The hat is a round, close-fitting hat with a narrow brim. The drawing is done in a simple, sketchy style, with bold lines and minimal shading. The overall effect is one of elegance and sophistication. The woman's pose and expression suggest a sense of confidence and poise. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this drawing, 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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