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Dress

Jean Peszel

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a purple evening gown. The drawing depicts an elegant, two-tiered evening gown in a soft purple hue. The gown has an off-the-shoulder neckline with delicate bows and a large lace pattern decorating the bodice and hem. The bodice is form-fitting, cinches at the waist, and flows out into a full, layered skirt. The material of the skirt appears soft and slightly shiny. In the top-right corner, there is a sketched-out back view of the gown, showing a large bow at the waist. The drawing is on a neutral background, emphasizing the gown's design.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard
Dimensions
3307 × 4194 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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