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Man's Suit

Henry De Wolfe

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of an 18th-century men's ensemble. The painting depicts a formal suit comprising a long overcoat, an intricately embroidered waistcoat, and knee-length breeches. The overcoat is of a muted, earthy tone with detailed buttons and cuff designs, while the waistcoat features colorful floral patterns with a ruffled white shirt visible at the collar. Delicate lace details are seen at the cuffs. This ensemble reflects the European fashion in the late 1700s. It is in style of Jean-Étienne Liotard, known for detailed portraiture capturing fabric and attire intricacies.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard
Dimensions
3279 × 4400 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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