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Doll's Dress

Marie Alain

National Gallery of Art

A painting showing a Victorian-style dress. The artwork showcases an elaborate evening gown in a rich, plum hue, detailed with layers of fabric creating a voluminous skirt. The dress features a high collar, lace, matching cuffs, a structured bodice with buttons, and scalloped edges. This is in the style of a 19th-century fashion illustration.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1939
Medium
watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3438 × 4253 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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