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Dress

Julie C. Brush

National Gallery of Art

The drawing shows a Victorian-era dress. It is a depiction of an elegant woman's dress viewed from the back. The dress has a long, flowing skirt with intricate layers of fabric, lace, and ruffles at the hem. The fitted bodice has buttons down the back, and there is a layered underskirt visible. The fabric combines pastel hues, with light purple accenting the ruffles and pleats. There are no background details, directing focus on the dress's craftsmanship and design.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1938
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3465 × 4437 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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