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Nubien, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1959

Nubien

Marie-Louise Carven

1959

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

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Overview

Nubien is a 1959 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?
1959
Where can I see it?
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

This painting depicts a woman in a black dress, with a white shirt underneath. The woman is wearing a black hat and heels, and is standing with her hands by her sides. The dress is knee-length and has a V-neckline. The woman's face is not visible, as she is turned to the side. The background of the painting is a light beige color. The painting appears to be a fashion illustration, showcasing the woman's outfit in detail. If you're interested in learning more about fashion illustrations, you might want to look up the artist 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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