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This is a painting of a chariot drawn by winged, mythical creatures on a blue background. The central focus of the image is an elaborate, classical-style chariot with intricate detailing. The chariot is being pulled by griffin-like creatures, depicted in a dynamic posture. These creatures possess the body of a lion and the wings of a bird. The scene is framed by stylized, ornamental trees on both sides, whose leaves and branches extend into the sky. The background is a vibrant, deep blue, accentuating the lighter tones of the chariot and creatures.
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This is a painting of a chariot drawn by winged, mythical creatures on a blue background. The central focus of the image is an elaborate, classical-style chariot with intricate detailing. The chariot is being pulled by griffin-like creatures, depicted in a dynamic posture. These creatures possess the body of a lion and the wings of a bird. The scene is framed by stylized, ornamental trees on both sides, whose leaves and branches extend into the sky. The background is a vibrant, deep blue, accentuating the lighter tones of the chariot and creatures.

National Gallery of Art · Index of American Design

Bandbox (section)

David Dorfman

Date
c. 1939
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard
Dimensions
overall: 38 x 50.6 cm (14 15/16 x 19 15/16 in.) Original IAD Object: 11 1/8" high, 17" high
Classification
Index of American Design · Drawing
Accession number
1943.8.8376
Credit line
Index of American Design
Time span
1926 to 1950
Department
CG-W
Original NGA record Wikidata

Subjects and terms

  • American
Inscription

lower left in graphite: DAVID DORFMAN

NGA object ID 20574. Collection metadata is reproduced under CC0. This work is included because its NGA published-image record is marked open access; visitors should recheck the source record before substantial reuse.