Dress

c. 1936

Melita Hofmann

Associated Names
Melita Hofmann

Artist, American, 1907 - 1976

This is a drawing of a dress. The dress features a long, full skirt with a pattern of blue flowers and foliage on a lighter background. The bodice is fitted with a deep V neckline bordered by lace or embroidered detail. The waist is belted. The sleeves are three-quarter length with added volume at the cuffs. In the top right corner, there is a smaller outline of the dress showing a potential variation or back view. The drawing captures the elegance and sophistication of a historical or vintage fashion style with attention to detail in the floral motifs and garment structure.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29.8 x 22.6 cm (11 3/4 x 8 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.1526


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64614316

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