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Dorothy Handy

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of two saddled stone or metal leopards. The image shows two leopards equipped with elaborately designed saddles. The leopards are depicted in a neutral stance, with one slightly ahead of the other. Their mouths are open, revealing sharp teeth. The saddles are detailed, with deep brown leather and ornate embellishments, highlighted against the leopards' gray-toned bodies. The background is a plain, light color.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1938
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paper
Dimensions
4613 × 3421 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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