Dress

c. 1936

Virginia Berge

Associated Names
Virginia Berge

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a dress. The drawing depicts an elegant, full-length dress with a fitted bodice and wide, flowing skirt. The design features bell-shaped sleeves adorned with intricate trim, as well as a high collar and decorative details arranged in a symmetrical fashion along the front. The fabric appears to be textured, suggesting a rich material, and a subtle embellishment or pattern might be present. There is also a faint sketch of the dress from a different angle in the background, focusing on the back view. The drawing showcases a classic style, conveying a sense of historical or vintage fashion.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 30.3 x 22.6 cm (11 15/16 x 8 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.1475


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64633856

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