Woman's theatrical costume with a gold mesh cape

1933–39

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Drawing, study of a woman's costume, part of a group of 88 costume designs by Vincente Minnelli. The costume consists of a white gown with white bands on the skirt, worn under a short gold mesh cape, tied at the front of the neck with a floral brooch, and a bracelet with semi-abstract blue flowers. A flower of the same kind is worn on the short, undulated hair.

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Title: Woman's theatrical costume with a gold mesh cape
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: 58.550.6
Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints

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