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Dress Pattern

1935/1942

Bessie Forman

Associated Names

Bessie Forman

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a detailed line drawing of a jacket sewing pattern. It includes various components such as the front, back, and sleeve sections with markings for cuts and seam alignments. Annotations detail each part like the body of the jacket, sleeve, pockets, and darts, with handwritten instructions on assembly. The style is technical and precise for garment construction.

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Artwork overview

Medium

graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 29 x 22 cm (11 7/16 x 8 11/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.1458

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64537449

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