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Paradis I, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1960

Paradis I

Marie-Louise Carven

1960

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

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Overview

Paradis I is a 1960 by Marie-Louise Carven, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Who painted this?
Marie-Louise Carven
When & what style?
1960
Where can I see it?
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

The painting depicts a woman in a long, strapless dress with a floral pattern. Her short hair is styled in a bob, and she wears high heels. The dress is white with gold accents, and the woman's face is blurred. The background of the painting is a plain, off-white color. The woman's pose suggests that she is walking or standing in a relaxed manner. Her facial expression is difficult to discern due to the blurring of her features. The overall effect of the painting is one of elegance and sophistication. 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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