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Rapide, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1962

Rapide

Marie-Louise Carven

1962

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

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Overview

Rapide is a 1962 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?
1962
Where can I see it?
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

The painting shows a woman wearing a pink outfit, consisting of a long-sleeved jacket and a knee-length skirt. She has short hair and is wearing a black hat, gloves, and heels. The background is a plain beige color. The woman's outfit is formal, with a high neckline and buttons down the front of the jacket. Her gloves are long and reach up to her elbows. The overall effect 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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