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Infant's Dress

c. 1936

Mary E. Humes

Associated Names

Mary E. Humes

Artist, American, 1911 - 2001

The image shows a long, flowing dress with a fitted bodice and lace detailing at the shoulders and hem. The color palette is soft and neutral, with shades of white, cream, and light gray. The dress is centered in the image with a slightly curved hem, on a plain background.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, graphite, and heightening on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 35.5 x 29 cm (14 x 11 7/16 in.)
Original IAD Object: 48" long
Accession Number

1943.8.1843

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Mary Humes -

Wikidata ID

Q64607779

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