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Girl's Dress

Sara Garfinkel

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a mid-19th century style dress with a high neck and long, puffed sleeves. The fabric is patterned with small, floral or botanical designs in muted tones of green and pink against a light background. The dress is displayed in a typical historical clothing illustration style, emphasizing the garment's design structure and delicacy. The lines are soft and delicate, conveying the texture of the material.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3357 × 4242 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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