Shaker Man's Costume

1935/1942

Helen E. Gilman

Associated Names
Helen E. Gilman

Artist, American, 1913 - 1983

This is a painting of a suit on a blank background. The image shows an empty beige suit with a jacket, waistcoat, and trousers. The suit is detailed with a light shirt underneath and buttons on the jacket. It depicts classic formal attire of the early 20th century with soft, neutral colors. There is a subtle sketch of the back of the suit on the right side.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 42.1 x 28.7 cm (16 9/16 x 11 5/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.2850


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64573460

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