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Dress

Roberta Spicer

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a dress on a mannequin. The drawing depicts a Victorian-style dress with a high neckline, long sleeves, and a voluminous skirt. The dress features a floral pattern and is embellished with a teal ribbon at the collar and waist. The detailed fabric folds and shading in the drawing create depth and texture, showcasing the elegance and design of 19th-century fashion. The background is plain to highlight the dress.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1940
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3270 × 4072 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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