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Dress

c. 1936

Jessie M. Benge

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Jessie M. Benge

Artist, American, born England, 1881 - 1971

This is a drawing of a dress design. The image features an elegant gown in a rich blue fabric with dark floral patterns. The dress has a fitted bodice with short sleeves, a wide skirt, and a lace collar. There is also a line sketch of the dress from the back. The presentation suggests a fashion illustration emphasizing the garment's pattern and structure.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 30.7 x 22.8 cm (12 1/16 x 9 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.9501

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64581756

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