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This is a drawing of a corset design on a mannequin. The main corset is depicted with a cream-colored base adorned with small decorative dots and colorful floral patterns in shades of blue and pink. The drawing also includes a simplified sketch of the back view, illustrating the lace-up closure typical of corset styles. The design combines function and aesthetic, emphasizing shape and ornamentation. The use of light pastels and a soft illustration style suggests delicacy and refinement.
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This is a drawing of a corset design on a mannequin. The main corset is depicted with a cream-colored base adorned with small decorative dots and colorful floral patterns in shades of blue and pink. The drawing also includes a simplified sketch of the back view, illustrating the lace-up closure typical of corset styles. The design combines function and aesthetic, emphasizing shape and ornamentation. The use of light pastels and a soft illustration style suggests delicacy and refinement.

National Gallery of Art · Index of American Design

Bodice

Margaret Knapp

Date
c. 1935/1942
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard
Dimensions
overall: 29 x 22.7 cm (11 7/16 x 8 15/16 in.)
Classification
Index of American Design · Drawing
Accession number
1943.8.1259
Credit line
Index of American Design
Time span
1926 to 1950
Department
CG-W
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Subjects and terms

  • American

NGA object ID 13468. Collection metadata is reproduced under CC0. This work is included because its NGA published-image record is marked open access; visitors should recheck the source record before substantial reuse.