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Dress

Melita Hofmann

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an elegant dress. The gown features a blue quilted underskirt with intricate patterns and an outer robe made of cream-colored fabric adorned with golden floral designs. The neckline is squared, and the sleeves are short. The drawing emphasizes the high level of craftsmanship and the grandeur of aristocratic fashion typical of the 18th century.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3341 × 3991 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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