Bodice

c. 1937

Edna C. Rex

Associated Names
Edna Crenshaw Rex

Artist, American, 1893 - 1972

This is a drawing of a decorative blouse. The drawing depicts an intricately designed women's garment, possibly a bodice or blouse, featuring delicate lace and floral patterns. The blouse is of a light pink fabric adorned with colorful embroidered flowers scattered across it. It has an off-the-shoulder design with short sleeves made of sheer lace. A central bow and pleated folds enhance the decorative nature. The garment is rendered with fine attention to detail, highlighting the texture of the lace and the gentle folds of the fabric.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28 x 35.3 cm (11 x 13 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.1308


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

upper center in graphite: Bodice 1845 / Pale pink taffeta embroidered / in several colors - finished with / val lace at neck - blue and white silk / lace in sleeves / owned by Miss Agnes Hopkins, Washington, D.C.; lent to the John Marshall House, Richmond, VA.

Wikidata ID

Q64556819

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