Spencer

c. 1940

Nancy Crimi

Associated Names
Nancy Crimi

Artist, American, born Italy, 1916 - unknown

This is a painting of an early 19th-century dress ensemble. The image showcases a white, high-waisted dress with long sleeves and a scoop neckline. Over the dress is a deep burgundy spencer jacket. The lightness and flow of the white fabric suggest elegance and grace, with subtle floral patterns adding an embellishment. The burgundy jacket contrasts with the white dress, providing a pop of color. The painting captures the textures and folds of the fabrics in the style of early 19th-century fashion illustrations.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 46 x 36.9 cm (18 1/8 x 14 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.1540


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Nancy Crimi

Wikidata ID

Q64618046

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