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Visiting Dress

Nancy Crimi

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a formal Victorian-era dress. The dress is primarily in shades of white and red. It features a fitted bodice with intricate lace detailing along the edges, primarily around the high neckline and down the front where it opens to reveal a contrasting red panel. The red accents are also on the inside of the cuffs. The skirt consists of multiple layers that drape down, featuring lace trimming and the red underlayer peeking beneath. There is no visible wearer in the drawing.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3326 × 4160 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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