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Open today 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
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6th and Constitution Ave NW
Washington, DC 20565

Sculpture Garden Extended Hours

Open late until 8:00 p.m. on select nights
Through September 5
Exhibitions & Events
America’s 250th

Celebrating American art and artists
Art & Artists
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Artists Reimagining the Collection
Meet the 50 makers selected from more than 1,600 submissions

Material used in Costume

c. 1938

Isabelle De Strange

Associated Names

Isabelle De Strange

Artist, American, c. 1909 - 1995

The image displays a detailed pattern of curved lines and oval shapes that interlace in a complex and abstract design. The elements create a tapestry resembling stylized feathers or leaves with eye patterns. The organic shapes and flowing lines are reminiscent of ornamental textiles or decorative wallpaper inspired by nature.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 32.8 x 24.4 cm (12 15/16 x 9 5/8 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.543

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Isabelle De Strange; lower left in graphite: Westchester County

Wikidata ID

Q64575025

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