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Wedding Dress

c. 1937

Nancy Crimi

Associated Names

Nancy Crimi

Artist, American, born Italy, 1916 - unknown

This is a painting of a historical dress. It shows a full-length dress from a past era, known for its voluminous skirt and intricate detailing. The dress has a fitted bodice with a slight off-the-shoulder style, decorated with delicate lace or ruffled fabric on the neckline and sleeves. The skirt is pleated, indicating a rich texture and movement. The color palette enhances the refined and graceful quality of the garment, evoking nostalgia for historical fashion.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 45.7 x 38 cm (18 x 14 15/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.1460

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: NANCY CRIMI

Wikidata ID

Q64618030

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