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Cab or Cabriole

Fred Weiss

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a horse-drawn carriage. It features a detailed depiction of a classic horse-drawn carriage with four large wooden wheels. The carriage has a closed cabin with window panes allowing a view of the interior seating. The dark color of the carriage contrasts with the light background, emphasizing its structural elements like the curved lines of the body and intricate wheel spokes. The painting's precision suggests a focus on the vehicle's form and function, resembling a technical drawing.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
4425 × 3490 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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