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Dress

1935/1942

American 20th Century

Associated Names

American 20th Century

Artist

This is a drawing of a dress design. The image shows a full-length dress with puffed sleeves and intricate detailing along the hem and neckline. The dress is drawn in a soft pencil or graphite, with shading to give form to the fabric. Two smaller sketches show details like lace patterns and hem designs, focusing on decorative elements and construction of the dress. The sketches display floral or bow motifs and lace-like textures.

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Artwork overview

Medium

graphite and watercolor on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 28.8 x 22.4 cm (11 5/16 x 8 13/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.1320

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64534873

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