Description of a Dress

1935/1942

American 20th Century

Associated Names
This is a drawing of garment construction instructions. The drawing contains detailed descriptions and illustrations regarding the construction of a skirt involving pleats, skirt lines, and seam placement. It elaborates on specific pieces such as the pocket and lining, and provides instructions on how the pleats should be assembled, their direction, and how certain parts are to be aligned or sewn. The visual component includes a simple rectangular sketch with dashed lines and text that explains the diagram. The layout likely serves as a tailoring or sewing guide.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29.7 x 22.5 cm (11 11/16 x 8 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.3013


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64534897

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