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Wedding Dress

1935/1942

Irene Lawson

Associated Names

Irene Lawson

Artist, American, 1902 - 2001

The image displays a vintage dress with a fitted bodice and a voluminous skirt. The dress is decorated with delicate patterns near the hem and has short sleeves. The color scheme consists mainly of soft cream with green accents and hints of lace detailing in gray or silver. The dress is centered in the image against a plain, light background.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 55.9 x 40.6 cm (22 x 16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.1579

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64574854

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