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Pékiné, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1952

Pékiné

Marie-Louise Carven

1952

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

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Overview

Pékiné is a 1952 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?
1952
Where can I see it?
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

The image depicts a woman wearing a dark blue dress with a plunging neckline and a full skirt. The dress is sleeveless, and the woman's arms are relaxed by her sides. She is wearing white gloves and has short hair. The woman is standing in front of a plain background, which is likely a sheet of paper or a canvas. The overall effect of the image is one of elegance and sophistication, with the woman's formal attire and poised demeanor creating a sense of refinement. 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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