Boy's Suit

1935/1942

Nancy Crimi

Associated Names
Nancy Crimi

Artist, American, born Italy, 1916 - unknown

This is a painting of a child's formal outfit without a visible wearer. The image depicts a finely detailed and elaborate suit, featuring a deep red jacket with intricate light-colored embroidery and a matching lace collar, and cuffs. The jacket is accompanied by a pair of dark green trousers, also adorned with delicate embroidery patterns. The suit is presented on a plain background emphasizing the elegance and historical style of the clothing. This is in the style of Thomas Gainsborough.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, pen and ink, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 47 x 35.8 cm (18 1/2 x 14 1/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: shoulder to pants: 28 1/2"; back seam of jacket: 12 1/2"; pants: 14"

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.1719

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Nancy Crimi

Wikidata ID

Q64618062

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