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Wedding Vest

Edna C. Rex

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a beige waistcoat. The artwork depicts the waistcoat from the front, showing details like lapels, pockets, an open front with buttons and buttonholes. The drawing focuses on the form and construction of the waistcoat, with minimal background details. The artist used thin lines and shading to suggest depth and texture, capturing fabric folds and structure.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and heightening on paper
Dimensions
3458 × 4567 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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