Dress

1935/1942

Bessie Forman

Associated Names
Bessie Forman

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a vintage dress. The illustration shows an elegant, full-length gown with a fitted bodice, long sleeves, and a predominantly dark color. The dress features a rich red floral pattern delicately woven into the fabric. The full skirt flares out widely from a cinched, belted waist. The drawing captures the luxurious texture and intricate detailing of the garment's fabric. The image suggests a design from a past era, potentially the Victorian era. The simplicity of the background accentuates the dress, allowing the viewer to focus on its refined beauty and craftsmanship.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 44.3 x 36.5 cm (17 7/16 x 14 3/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: bust: 38 1/2"; waist: 25 1/2"; sleeves: 8" inseam, 18" outerseam; shoulder seam: 8 1/2"; length of bodice from shoulder to waistline: 17 1/2"; skirt: 44" long; 139" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.2890

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Bessie Forman

Wikidata ID

Q64537467

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