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'Smala', by Marie-Louise Carven, 1949

'Smala'

Marie-Louise Carven

1949

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

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Overview

'Smala' 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 image depicts a sketch of a woman in a dress, with a large hat and a flowing skirt. The woman is drawn in black lines, with a floral pattern on her dress. The background is a light beige color, with a darker beige brush stroke behind the woman. The woman's dress is adorned with a black belt around her waist, and her hat is large and round. The overall style of the drawing is simple yet elegant, with clean lines and minimal details. This drawing is reminiscent of 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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