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Wedding Dress

1935/1942

Gertrude Lemberg

Associated Names

Gertrude Lemberg

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of a high-waisted gown in the Empire silhouette fashion style. The gown has short puffed sleeves, a square neckline, and is decorated with lace or trim. The fabric is light and drapes elegantly to the floor. The hem has an intricate scallop or shell-like trim. The dress is shown against a plain background.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 29 x 22.7 cm (11 7/16 x 8 15/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.2934

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64572037

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