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Dolman

American 20th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a draped textile with intricate floral embroidery. The textile appears to be of a soft fabric and is drawn in a simple line style. The embroidery design on the fabric includes various flowers and leaves, with some sections featuring dense patterns of blooms, while others are more sparsely decorated. The line work suggests attention to detail in capturing the flowing nature of the draped textile. The overall composition conveys elegance and sophistication, emphasizing the ornate floral motifs against the plain fabric background.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
pen and ink on paper
Dimensions
3017 × 4197 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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