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Dress

J. Herman McCollum

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a floral dress with a supplemental sketch. The main focus is a detailed drawing of a long, flowing dress with a vibrant green background and adorned with an array of colorful floral patterns scattered throughout. The dress features a high neck, full sleeves, and a slightly flared hem. There are decorative elements like lace or ruffles at the neckline and cuffs. Adjacent to the detailed drawing is a minimalist sketch of the dress viewed from the back, outlining its silhouette and suggesting how the garment is constructed with its scooped back and gathered waistline.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3398 × 4388 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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