Reception Gown

c. 1940

Jean Peszel

Associated Names
Jean Peszel

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a Victorian-style dress design. The image features a detailed illustration of a dress with exaggerated puffed sleeves, a fitted bodice with intricate lace detailing, and a long skirt with a floral pattern. The fabric of the skirt has a light blue hue with darker blue floral motifs. The neckline is high with a contrasting pink color that complements the inner lining of the sleeves. The dress is shown with a front panel that is a solid light blue. On the side of the main illustration, there is a smaller, simplified sketch of the dress, providing a view of its silhouette. The entire composition suggests a fashion design sketch from a historical period, focusing on elegance and detail.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 30.7 x 22.8 cm (12 1/16 x 9 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.3966


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64581082

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