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Reception Gown

Jean Peszel

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a Victorian-style dress design. The image features a detailed illustration of a dress with exaggerated puffed sleeves, a fitted bodice with intricate lace detailing, and a long skirt with a floral pattern. The fabric of the skirt has a light blue hue with darker blue floral motifs. The neckline is high with a contrasting pink color that complements the inner lining of the sleeves. The dress is shown with a front panel that is a solid light blue. On the side of the main illustration, there is a smaller, simplified sketch of the dress, providing a view of its silhouette. The entire composition suggests a fashion design sketch from a historical period, focusing on elegance and detail.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1940
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3306 × 4436 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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