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Pantalette

c. 1937

Edith Towner

Associated Names

Edith Towner

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a pair of white bloomers with an open front design and lace details at the cuffs. The color palette consists of soft whites and light grays, with shading for depth. The bloomers are on an off-white background.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 35.2 x 24.7 cm (13 7/8 x 9 3/4 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.1203

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: Edith Towner

Wikidata ID

Q64556625

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