Dress

c. 1937

Mary E. Humes

Associated Names
Mary E. Humes

Artist, American, 1911 - 2001

This is a drawing of a Victorian-era dress. The drawing shows an elaborate gown with a fitted bodice and a full skirt detailed with horizontal layers of ruffles. The design includes long sleeves and a high neckline with intricate lace or ruffle detailing. A sash or draped fabric is elegantly pinned at the waist, flowing into an extended train that cascades onto the floor. The drawing emphasizes the dress's luxurious texture and attention to detail with careful line work, highlighting the dress's voluminous structure and decorative elements.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 43.4 x 28.8 cm (17 1/16 x 11 5/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.9507


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Valentine Museum - / Richmond, VA

Wikidata ID

Q64607838

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