Dress

c. 1936

Jean Peszel

Associated Names
Jean Peszel

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a purple evening gown. The drawing depicts an elegant, two-tiered evening gown in a soft purple hue. The gown has an off-the-shoulder neckline with delicate bows and a large lace pattern decorating the bodice and hem. The bodice is form-fitting, cinches at the waist, and flows out into a full, layered skirt. The material of the skirt appears soft and slightly shiny. In the top-right corner, there is a sketched-out back view of the gown, showing a large bow at the waist. The drawing is on a neutral background, emphasizing the gown's design.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29 x 22.8 cm (11 7/16 x 9 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.1477


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64581047

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