Fashion engraving "Black-Birds"
Fine Arts
Inventory number
2021.8.23.7.FA.GR.C1935.XX
Description
Color print on paper representing a fashion sketch of a woman modeling a fashionable gown consisting of a matching dress and a jacket, with the skirt and the jacket made of black fabric with white prints, and the bodice and the jacket's lining having same prints in black on white background. The gown is accentuated on the waistline with a purple belt, the ruffled collar is also purple, and the lady is holding a purple clutch bag, and wearing a black hat with purple lining. On the left, there is a small sketch showing the ensemble from the back. The print bears the artist monogram "CM" at the bottom right.
Material
Engraving on paper
Origin
circa 1935
Dimensions
Length : 22.5 cm
Height : 38 cm