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Nightgown

1935/1942

Evelyn Bailey

Associated Names

Evelyn Bailey

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a garment design. The image shows a sketch of a long dress with intricate embroidery patterns on the sleeves and yoke area. The dress has a full-length skirt with decorative pleats and lacework on the wide hem. Additional details of the embroidery pattern are visible on the side of the dress. The drawing is executed with precise lines, showcasing the design of the garment.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 32.9 x 25.7 cm (12 15/16 x 10 1/8 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.1199

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64561040

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