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This is a drawing of a pink dress. The drawing features a voluminous pink gown with a fitted bodice and flowing, layered skirts. The neckline has delicate ruffles, and the fabric appears to catch and reflect light, accentuating the texture and folds. Subtle embellishments like ribbons or floral decorations add to the garment's ornate aesthetic. The design highlights the elegance and sophistication typical of historical fashion.
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This is a drawing of a pink dress. The drawing features a voluminous pink gown with a fitted bodice and flowing, layered skirts. The neckline has delicate ruffles, and the fabric appears to catch and reflect light, accentuating the texture and folds. Subtle embellishments like ribbons or floral decorations add to the garment's ornate aesthetic. The design highlights the elegance and sophistication typical of historical fashion.

National Gallery of Art · Index of American Design

Betrothal Dress

Edith Towner

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
overall: 33.7 x 20.7 cm (13 1/4 x 8 1/8 in.)
Classification
Index of American Design · Drawing
Accession number
1943.8.3960
Credit line
Index of American Design
Time span
1926 to 1950
Department
CG-W
Original NGA record Wikidata

Subjects and terms

  • American
  • Braintree
Inscription

lower right in watercolor: Edith Towner

NGA object ID 16164. 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.