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Dress

c. 1937

Nancy Crimi

Associated Names

Nancy Crimi

Artist, American, born Italy, 1916 - unknown

This is a drawing of an historical dress with intricate details, featuring a floral pattern with flowing lines and elegant ruffles. The garment includes delicate lace or ribbon detailing along the bodice and sleeves. To the right, a simplified back view of the dress is sketched, highlighting the construction and layers of the garment.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 45.6 x 38.4 cm (17 15/16 x 15 1/8 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.1559

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: N. Crimi

Wikidata ID

Q64618049

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