1951
From the collection of Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
'Vera Cruz' is a 1951 by Marie-Louise Carven, depicting Womenswear, held at Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
This drawing shows a woman in a long, dark coat with a wide cape. She’s wearing a wide-brimmed hat and a simple necklace. The coat is loose and flowing, with a high collar and buttons down the front. The lines are clean and bold, but the edges of the coat feel soft and slightly transparent. The artist signed it “Vera Cruz” in the corner—likely the title. The sketch looks quick, like a fashion sketch rather than a detailed portrait. The focus is on the shape and movement of the clothing. Next, check out Marie-Louise Carven, the artist behind this drawing.
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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