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Puck, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1956

Puck

Marie-Louise Carven

1956

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

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Overview

Puck is a 1956 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?
1956
Where can I see it?
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

The painting depicts a woman walking to the right, wearing a long plaid coat with a wide collar and large pockets. She has a white hat and white gloves, and her legs are visible beneath the coat. The background of the painting is a light beige color. The woman's outfit appears to be from the mid-20th century, with a classic style that was popular during that time period. The use of plaid and the design of the coat suggest a sophisticated and elegant look. The painting is a beautiful example of fashion illustration, and it would be interesting to learn more about the artist's use of cross-hatching and stippling techniques. If you're interested in learning more about fashion illustration, you might want to check out the work of artist 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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