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Court Dress

Melita Hofmann

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a dress. The artwork features a full-length dress with ornate detailing. The dress has a high waistline, short sleeves, and is adorned with leafy vine patterns. A translucent veil with similar vine patterns is depicted next to the dress. The garment's train is draped to the side. The shading and lines enhance the texture and form of the clothing.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
2897 × 4196 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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