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Boy's Suit

Joseph Sudek

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of an ornate historical costume. The image depicts a rich blue jacket with intricate lace cuffs and a high collar, paired with red trousers adorned with decorative lace trims at the bottom. The jacket has a verdant vest and is fastened with ornate buttons. The head, hands, and feet are absent, giving the ensemble a suspended appearance on a plain background, possibly emphasizing the clothing itself.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1939
Medium
watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3402 × 4175 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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