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Véridique, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1958

Véridique

Marie-Louise Carven

1958

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

Turquoise

Dominant colour

Overview

Véridique is a 1958 by Marie-Louise Carven, depicting Turquoise, 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

This sketch shows a woman walking sideways, dressed in a simple turquoise dress with a loose, dotted pattern. Her hair is short and neat, and she wears no jewelry or accessories. The lines are quick and confident, with light shading to show her body shape. The turquoise fabric stands out against the plain background, making it the focus. The artist used loose, sketchy strokes to capture movement and style. Look up Marie-Louise Carven next to see more of her fashion-inspired drawings.

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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