Dress

c. 1937

Mary E. Humes

Associated Names
Mary E. Humes

Artist, American, 1911 - 2001

This is a drawing of a floral dress with detailed sketches. The image features a full-length dress adorned with a subtle floral pattern, showcasing a fitted bodice and a voluminous skirt. The sleeves are long, and the dress is designed with a high neckline. To the right of the main dress depiction, there are three additional detailed sketches labeled as "Back of Dress," "Drawing Bodice," and "Drawing Underskirt." Each sketch gives further insights into the construction and design elements of the dress.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.8 x 28.2 cm (14 1/8 x 11 1/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.1567


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Federal Art Project - W.P.A. of Va. / by Mary Humes -

Wikidata ID

Q64607737

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