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Blue Afternoon Dress, c. 1938. Creator: Lucien Verbeke
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Blue Afternoon Dress, c. 1938. Creator: Lucien Verbeke
Blue Afternoon Dress, c. 1938
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Afternoon Dress Details Gathered Long Sleeved Lucien Verbeke Pleat Pleated Pleats Trim Verbeke Lucien Description Functional Item Ladieswear Womens Wear Womenswear
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This stunning full-length watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil rendering on paper by Belgian-American artist Lucien Verbeke captures the essence of women's fashion in the late 1930s. Titled "Blue Afternoon Dress," this elegant design showcases a classic American look from the decade leading up to the 1940s. The dress features long sleeves, a high neckline, and a fitted bodice that transitions into a voluminous, pleated skirt. The dress is a beautiful shade of blue, with intricate details such as gathered pleats and decorative trim adding to its allure. The dress is displayed against a plain background, allowing the intricate details of the design to take center stage. Verbeke's masterful use of color and shading creates a sense of depth and texture, making the viewer feel as if they can almost touch the fabric of the dress. This artwork is an important addition to the Index of American Design, a project initiated by the Federal Art Project of the Works Progress Administration in the 1930s to document American decorative arts and folk art. The National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. is home to this precious piece of fashion history, which serves as a reminder of the functional artistry and beauty of women's clothing during the 1930s and 1940s. Whether admired for its historical significance or its timeless design, "Blue Afternoon Dress" is a captivating piece that continues to inspire and delight viewers today.
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