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Perle noire, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1963

Perle noire

Marie-Louise Carven

1963

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

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Overview

Perle noire is a 1963 by Marie-Louise Carven, depicting Bead, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

Who painted this?
Marie-Louise Carven
When & what style?
1963
Where can I see it?
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

This drawing features a woman dressed in a black dress and hat, with her body turned to the right. Her left arm is bent at the elbow, and her right arm is extended downward. The woman's face is not visible, as it is obscured by her hat. 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 refinement and poise. 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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