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Scotch, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1956

Scotch

Marie-Louise Carven

1956

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

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Overview

Scotch 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

This image shows a drawing of a woman in a plaid dress, with the title "Scotch" written in the top-right corner. The woman is depicted from the side, wearing a long-sleeved, knee-length dress with a matching jacket and belt. Her hair is styled in an updo, and she is wearing heels. The drawing is rendered in a simple yet elegant style, with bold lines and minimal shading. The plaid pattern on the dress is particularly noteworthy, with its intricate weave of blue and green stripes. 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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