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Dress

c. 1937

Al Curry

Associated Names

Al Curry

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image depicts a blue dress and bonnet ensemble. The dress has voluminous sleeves, a full skirt, a detailed pattern, and lace cuffs. Two additional views show the back of the dress and a matching bonnet. The garments are displayed on a plain background, akin to 19th-century fashion illustrations.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 44.9 x 36.6 cm (17 11/16 x 14 7/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.1362

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64533500

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