Dress

c. 1939

Francis Law Durand

Associated Names
Francis Law Durand

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a historical dress. The illustration features an elaborate dress from an earlier era, viewed from the back. The dress has a fitted bodice with a high waist and long sleeves that end in flared cuffs. The skirt is full and pleated, made from what appears to be a heavy material such as silk or velvet. The drawing shows the construction details of the garment, including seams and stitching lines, reflecting a style typical of fashion from historical periods like the 18th or 19th century.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.7 x 29.2 cm (14 1/16 x 11 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.1421

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64562597

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