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Dress

1935/1942

American 20th Century

Associated Names

American 20th Century

Artist

This is a drawing of an 18th-century style gown. The full-length dress is made from a light-colored fabric with floral patterns. It has lace and ruffles, especially at the cuffs and down the center. The sleeves are large and flowy, the bodice is structured, and the skirt is voluminous.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 29.1 x 22.9 cm (11 7/16 x 9 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.17409

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64535305

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