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Woman's Cape

Helen E. Gilman

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a blue cape. The cape is elegantly draped with soft shadows suggesting depth and texture. It features a distinctive collar and two buttons near the neckline. The fabric appears thick and captures light to highlight its texture. The background is neutral, allowing the focus to remain on the cape. This is in the style of a realistic artist emphasizing attention to detail.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper
Dimensions
3380 × 3710 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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