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American 20th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is an illustration of an ornate blue gown. The drawing shows a detailed 18th-century style gown in a soft blue hue, embellished with intricate lace and ruffles. The gown has a fitted bodice, puffed sleeves with lace cuffs, and a voluminous skirt with layers of transparent fabric and decorative patterns. There is also a line drawing of the gown's structure. The background of the drawing is plain.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper
Dimensions
3229 × 4403 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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