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Zéphyr, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1953

Zéphyr

Marie-Louise Carven

1953

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

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Overview

Zéphyr is a 1953 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?
1953
Where can I see it?
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris

About this work

The painting depicts a woman in a black dress, with her arms outstretched and her right leg slightly bent. The dress is a dark, almost black color, and it appears to be made of a lightweight material. The woman's face is not visible, as it is not fully rendered in the painting. The painting is done in a loose, expressive style, with bold brushstrokes and vivid colors. The overall effect is one of movement and energy, as if the woman is about to step out of the frame. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's work, 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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