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Dress

1935/1942

Melita Hofmann

Associated Names

Melita Hofmann

Artist, American, 1907 - 1976

This is a drawing of an elegant dress. The gown features a blue quilted underskirt with intricate patterns and an outer robe made of cream-colored fabric adorned with golden floral designs. The neckline is squared, and the sleeves are short. The drawing emphasizes the high level of craftsmanship and the grandeur of aristocratic fashion typical of the 18th century.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 46.1 x 37.7 cm (18 1/8 x 14 13/16 in.)
Original IAD Object: 52" long
Accession Number

1943.8.1531

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64614317

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