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Spencer

Nancy Crimi

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of an early 19th-century dress ensemble. The image showcases a white, high-waisted dress with long sleeves and a scoop neckline. Over the dress is a deep burgundy spencer jacket. The lightness and flow of the white fabric suggest elegance and grace, with subtle floral patterns adding an embellishment. The burgundy jacket contrasts with the white dress, providing a pop of color. The painting captures the textures and folds of the fabrics in the style of early 19th-century fashion illustrations.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1940
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper
Dimensions
3315 × 4004 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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