Child's Dress

c. 1936

Gladys C. Parker

Associated Names
Gladys C. Parker

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a garment design. The drawing depicts a dress featuring long sleeves with a buttoned front, decorated with intricate patterning down the center and around the hem, cuffs, and collar. The lower portion of the dress is designed to have a fuller skirt, which is accented with a large, tied bow at the back. The design showcases elements of craftsmanship such as lace or embroidery-like detail on the fabric. The dress design is accompanied by additional smaller diagrams that illustrate the detail work or construction elements, including lace or trim patterning and a chart with technical measurements or sewing guidelines. These elements indicate careful planning and attention to detail likely intended for tailoring or fashion design.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.7 x 26.5 cm (14 1/16 x 10 7/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: rendering is 1/3 actual size

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.1758


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: Gladys C. Parker

Wikidata ID

Q64572516

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