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Poisson-chat, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1958

Poisson-chat

Marie-Louise Carven

1958

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

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Overview

Poisson-chat is a 1958 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?
1958
Where can I see it?
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

The image presents a drawing of a woman in a black dress, accompanied by a sketch of the same outfit to her left. The woman is depicted facing right, with her head turned to look back over her left shoulder. She has short, white hair and is wearing white gloves. The dress features a high collar and a belt around the waist. The drawing is rendered in black and white, with the exception of the woman's skin tone, which is depicted in a light peach color. The background of the image is a plain, off-white color. The attention to detail in the drawing suggests a focus on fashion and style. For more information on the artist's work, consider exploring the collection of 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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