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This is a drawing of a full-length gown with a fitted bodice adorned with colorful floral patterns and a simple, flowing skirt. Additionally, there is a rough sketch of the back design of the bodice to the upper right, emphasizing a corset-like lacing pattern. The simplicity of the lines and the gentle curves of the skirt contrast with the detailed floral motifs on the bodice. The sketch provides a clear visualization of the fashion concept.
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This is a drawing of a full-length gown with a fitted bodice adorned with colorful floral patterns and a simple, flowing skirt. Additionally, there is a rough sketch of the back design of the bodice to the upper right, emphasizing a corset-like lacing pattern. The simplicity of the lines and the gentle curves of the skirt contrast with the detailed floral motifs on the bodice. The sketch provides a clear visualization of the fashion concept.

National Gallery of Art · Index of American Design

Basque

Mae Szilvasy

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
overall: 30 x 22.7 cm (11 13/16 x 8 15/16 in.)
Classification
Index of American Design · Drawing
Accession number
1943.8.2945
Credit line
Index of American Design
Time span
1926 to 1950
Department
CG-W
Original NGA record Wikidata

Subjects and terms

  • American

NGA object ID 15154. 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.