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Carriage Dress

Eleanor Ruelos

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a historical-style blue dress. The drawing showcases an elaborate dress featuring a fitted bodice and a full-length skirt, typical of historical European fashions. The dress is predominantly blue and adorned with intricate details such as ruffles and lace trim. The sleeves are voluminous with lace cuffs, and the front of the dress is accentuated with rows of ruffles. There is a sketch on the right side providing a rear view of the dress.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1941
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3319 × 4342 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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