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Orly, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1955

Orly

Marie-Louise Carven

1955

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

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Overview

Orly is a 1955 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?
1955
Where can I see it?
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

The painting depicts a woman dressed in a long, brown dress with a matching hat. The dress features a collar, buttons down the front, and a belt around the waist. The woman's right hand is tucked into her pocket, while her left hand holds the dress. She wears high heels and has her hair pulled back. The background of the painting is a solid beige color, which helps to focus attention on the woman and her attire. The overall style of the painting suggests a focus on fashion and elegance. 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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