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'Rutilante', by Marie-Louise Carven, 1949

'Rutilante'

Marie-Louise Carven

1949

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

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Overview

'Rutilante' is a 1949 by Marie-Louise Carven, 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 depicts a woman in a black dress with a full skirt and a low neckline, adorned with puffy sleeves and a bow at the top of each shoulder. She stands with her left hand on her hip and her right hand holding a vase on a table. The woman's face is turned to the side, and her hair is pulled back. The drawing is rendered in black ink on a beige background, with the artist's signature visible in the bottom-left corner. The overall style of the drawing suggests a focus on 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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