Dress

Marie Mitchell

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a period dress. The image depicts an elegant, full-length dress from the back, showcasing intricate design details. The long, form-fitting dress is adorned with a delicate, floral pattern, predominantly in a muted green tone. The fabric drapes beautifully down to the floor, cascading into a train that is edged with a pink ruffled trim. Both sides of the dress feature gathered panels of pink fabric. The sleeves are long and tightly fitted, matching the body's silhouette. The dress lacks any visible fastening at the back. The artistic style focuses on precise line work and gentle color accents.