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Bicycle

Marjorie Lee

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of an old-fashioned bicycle. The image shows a bicycle with a wooden frame and spoked wheels. The design is simplistic, with a large chain and sprocket connecting the pedals to the rear wheel. The handlebars are curved and the seat is mounted on a metal post. The background is neutral, highlighting the detail of the bicycle.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper
Dimensions
4554 × 3493 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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