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Dress

Melita Hofmann

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a historical dress design. The full-skirted gown is detailed with a fitted bodice and wide sleeves embellished with green ruffles and lace at the edges. The fabric pattern is characterized by alternating bands of florals and lace-like design, with the floral bands featuring small clusters of pink flowers and green leaves. Notable elements of the dress include a row of buttons down the front of the bodice and the high neckline. The dress has an overall elegant, ornate appearance. In the upper right corner, there is a simple outline of the dress's back view.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and heightening on paperboard
Dimensions
3076 × 3994 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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