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Child's Cape

Edna C. Rex

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a detailed illustration of a cape as the main object. The cape has a scalloped edge with intricate embroidery along its opening, and it appears to be made of a light, soft fabric. The color palette consists mostly of muted blues and grays, with delicate hints of pastel tones accentuating the embroidered patterns. The cape is centered in the image, and on either side, there are faint sketches of floral motifs within rectangular outlines, serving as a subtle backdrop to the design of the garment.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
4312 × 3421 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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