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Embroidered Christening Robe & Mull Cap

1936

Ella Josephine Sterling

Associated Names

Ella Josephine Sterling

Artist, American, 1908 - 2006

This is a drawing of an ornate garment design with lace patterns. The image features a detailed dress design with symmetrical botanical motifs down the center. Surrounding the dress are various lace trim elements including scalloped edges, short sleeve designs with ribbons and flowers, and samples of lace patterns. The drawing showcases intricate embroidery and fabric design, possibly for formal or ceremonial wear.

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Artwork overview

Medium

graphite and watercolor on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 36.8 x 26.8 cm (14 1/2 x 10 9/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.1764

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Ella Josephine Sterling / 1936

Wikidata ID

Q64558906

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