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Sugar Merchant's Suit (Pattern)

1935/1942

Henry De Wolfe

Associated Names

Henry De Wolfe

Artist, American, 1893 - 1971

This is a technical drawing of garment pattern pieces. The image shows various pattern pieces on a sheet, each representing different parts of a garment like a bodice, sleeve, collar, and potentially pieces for pants or a skirt. The precise lines and markings are measurements or instructions for assembling the garment. The drawing highlights the functional aspect of fashion design, demonstrating how the pieces come together to create a complete garment.

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Artwork overview

Medium

graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 30 x 22.9 cm (11 13/16 x 9 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.17439

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64573753

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