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Dress Pattern

c. 1938

Irene Lawson

Associated Names

Irene Lawson

Artist, American, 1902 - 2001

This is a drawing of a dress. The drawing depicts a simple outline of a dress, highlighting the garment’s structure. The dress includes a fitted bodice extending into a full skirt with a decorative fringe detail at the waistline. The lines are clean and minimal, focusing on the silhouette of the dress. There is no shading or embellishment, emphasizing the design clarity.

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Artwork overview

Medium

pen and ink on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 29.5 x 23 cm (11 5/8 x 9 1/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.1456

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64574853

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