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Totem, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1951

Totem

Marie-Louise Carven

1951

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

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Overview

Totem is a 1951 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?
1951
Where can I see it?
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

This sketch shows a woman in a bright yellow coat with big pockets and a loose fit. Her hands are tucked into the pockets, and she’s wearing dark shoes. The lines are simple, almost like a quick sketch, with just a few details filled in. The title *Totem* is written in the corner, which might hint at something symbolic—but it’s not clear what. The coat looks practical, maybe for work or travel, with a clean, modern style. If you like this kind of drawing, check out 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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