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'Rapalo', by Marie-Louise Carven, 1949

'Rapalo'

Marie-Louise Carven

1949

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

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Overview

'Rapalo' is a 1949 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?
1949
Where can I see it?
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

This drawing shows a woman in a plaid suit, with a matching hat and heels. Her left arm is bent at the elbow, and her right arm is extended outward. The woman's suit is a light gray color with a brown plaid pattern. Her hat is also light gray and has a wide brim. The background of the drawing is a plain off-white color. The drawing is a simple yet elegant depiction of a woman's fashion from the mid-20th century. You can learn more about the artist behind this work by looking 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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