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Wedding Dress

Mary E. Humes

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a vintage dress. The drawing shows an elaborate long dress with full sleeves and a high collar. The bodice is fitted and features detailed embroidery or beadwork patterns, seen cascading down the flowing skirt. The dress has an classic design, reminiscent of a historical style. The artist's signature, "Mary E. Humes W.P.A. VA," is noted in the lower right corner. The drawing is rendered in a soft monochrome palette, emphasizing texture and design.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1939
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper
Dimensions
3207 × 4518 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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