Woman's theatrical costume with semi-abstract floral pattern
Drawing, design for a woman's costume, part of a group of 88 costume designs by Vincente Minnelli. The costume consists of wide, hip-length top with semi-abstract floral patterns in shades of purple and green on a white ground, cinched at the waist with a thin, brown sash, and wide-leg green pants. It is possible that the design was intended for pajamas.
Artwork Details
- Title: Woman's theatrical costume with semi-abstract floral pattern
- Artist: Vincente Minnelli (American, Chicago, Illinois 1903–1986 Beverly Hills, California)
- Date: 1933–39
- Medium: Watercolor over graphite
- Dimensions: Sheet (Irregular): 14 × 11 in. (35.5 × 27.9 cm)
- Classifications: Drawings, Ornament & Architecture
- Credit Line: Gift of Randolph Gunter, 1958
- Object Number: 58.550.16
- Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints
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Vincente Minnelli (American, Chicago, Illinois 1903–1986 Beverly Hills, California)
20th century
Vincente Minnelli (American, Chicago, Illinois 1903–1986 Beverly Hills, California)
1933–39
Vincente Minnelli (American, Chicago, Illinois 1903–1986 Beverly Hills, California)
1933–39
Vincente Minnelli (American, Chicago, Illinois 1903–1986 Beverly Hills, California)
1933–39
Vincente Minnelli (American, Chicago, Illinois 1903–1986 Beverly Hills, California)
1933–39
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