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Dress

Roberta Spicer

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a historical dress, characterized by a full-length skirt and long sleeves. The dress features a repeated pattern of floral motifs and vertical stripes, alternating with rows of small flowers on a cream background. The bodice is fitted with a high neckline, and the sleeves are slightly puffed. A secondary sketch shows the dress's outline without the pattern, highlighting its structural design. The drawing captures the intricate details and style typical of fashion from a bygone era.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3306 × 4376 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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