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Théodora, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1956

Théodora

Marie-Louise Carven

1956

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

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Overview

Théodora is a 1956 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?
1956
Where can I see it?
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

This painting features a woman in a white dress, with her right hand on her hip and her left arm extended outward. The dress has thin straps and a bow at the top, and it appears to be made of a lightweight material. The background of the painting is a light beige color. The woman's hair is styled in a bob, and she is wearing high heels. The overall effect of the painting is one of elegance and sophistication. The artist's use of line and color creates a sense of movement and energy, drawing the viewer's eye to the woman's face and figure. The painting's simplicity and understated beauty make it a compelling work of art. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's technique, you might want to look up the 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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