Design an extraordinary vintage-inspired women’s dress from the 1940s, drawing inspiration from both reference images. The dress should feel like a forgotten heirloom from a beautiful old Norwegian manor house, with an artistic, poetic and timeless character. Silhouette: Authentic 1940s fashion with a beautifully defined waist, elegant fitted bodice, softly structured shoulders, a modest sweetheart or square neckline, and a flowing, mid-calf A-line skirt. Include delicate puffed or gathered sleeves, subtle vintage tailoring and carefully considered details. Feminine, sophisticated and wearable, with a touch of theatrical elegance. Floral design: Use the flowers, leaves, curling stems and intricate botanical details from the first reference image as the main textile print. Translate the hand-carved linocut flowers into a richly detailed, vintage botanical pattern. Mix large expressive blossoms with smaller wildflowers, delicate leaves, curling vines and tiny decorative dots. The pattern should feel handmade, organic and slightly imperfect, never like a generic modern floral print. Colour palette: Take inspiration from the second reference image: warm ivory, muted sage green, dusty powder blue, faded peach, antique rose and soft ochre gold. Incorporate subtle dark brown or charcoal outlines inspired by the linocut artwork. The result should look like an aged hand-painted floral fresco translated into luxurious fabric. Unique details: Add delicate floral embroidery around the collar and cuffs, fine piping, covered vintage buttons, a decorative waistband and subtle botanical motifs along the hem. The design should feel like wearable art, with exceptional attention to craftsmanship. Avoid excessive decoration; every detail should feel intentional. Fabric: Matte cotton sateen, linen-silk blend or luxurious vintage cotton with a soft drape. The floral print should appear naturally integrated into the fabric. Presentation: Show the complete dress on a full-length fashion model in a refined, softly lit historic interior. Include a clear view of the silhouette, sleeves, waist, skirt and print. High-end editorial fashion photography, realistic fabric texture, sophisticated styling, authentic 1940s proportions. The final design must feel distinctive, collectible, romantic and artist-designed — not a costume, not a modern fast-fashion dress, and not a generic retro reproduction.