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Oeil de chat, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1965

Oeil de chat

Marie-Louise Carven

1965

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

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Overview

Oeil de chat is a 1965 by Marie-Louise Carven, depicting Belt, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Who painted this?
Marie-Louise Carven
When & what style?
1965
Where can I see it?
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

The image depicts a drawing of a woman wearing a dress and a hat. The woman is facing forward, with her hands by her sides. The dress is knee-length and has a collar, with a belt around the waist. The hat is a pillbox style, covering the top of the woman's head. The drawing is rendered in a simple yet elegant style, with clean lines and minimal shading. The overall effect is one of understated sophistication, with the woman's pose and attire conveying a sense of quiet confidence. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this piece, 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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