Tea Gown

c. 1937

Joseph L. Boyd

Associated Names
Joseph L. Boyd

Artist, American, c. 1907 - unknown

This is a painting of a red dress on a plain background. The artwork depicts a long, elegant red dress adorned with buttons running down the front. The dress has pleated fabric, pockets on either side, long sleeves, a high collar, and frilled edges at the cuffs and hemline. There is no visible figure in the dress, and it stands alone on a neutral canvas. The background is a light cream color, emphasizing the red dress. The style of the painting is detailed textile depiction.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and gouache on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 34.5 x 19.2 cm (13 9/16 x 7 9/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.1371

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64591222

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