Dress

c. 1936

Dorothy Gernon

Associated Names
Dorothy Gernon

Artist, American, c. 1908 - 1987

This is a drawing of a garment. The image showcases an elegant, long-sleeved dress featuring intricate patterns drawn in red over a beige background. The dress is depicted with a fitted bodice and a voluminous skirt, adorned with decorative, intricate floral motifs that repeat across its surface. To the right of the main dress illustration, a smaller sketch outlines a simpler version of the same dress, emphasizing its silhouette and cut. The use of red ink for ornamentation contrasts subtly against the light background, adding depth and detail to the garment's design.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and heightening on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.1481


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64541452

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