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Sous-bois, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1958

Sous-bois

Marie-Louise Carven

1958

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

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Overview

Sous-bois is a 1958 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?
1958
Where can I see it?
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

The image depicts a woman in a floral dress, accompanied by a smaller sketch of the dress on the right side. The woman is wearing a hat and heels, with her left arm extended and her right arm by her side. The dress features a black and white floral pattern, with a black belt around the waist. The background of the image is a light beige color, which provides a subtle contrast to the darker tones of the dress and the woman's accessories. The overall effect is one of elegance and sophistication, with the woman's poised demeanor and the intricate details of the dress creating a sense of refinement. 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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