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Go-Cart and Doll

Beverly Chichester

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a person sitting in a uniquely styled vehicle resembling a tricycle with a large red seat at the front. The person is seated upright, holding onto a steering mechanism. They have a pale complexion and facial features reminiscent of a vintage doll, with defined cheeks and a neutral expression. The person's hair is dark, styled in a neat bun. They wear an elaborate, period-specific outfit consisting of a long, high-necked dress with a striped pattern and puffed sleeves, paired with red gloves. The vehicle features large black wheels and a decorative red panel, potentially part of a carriage design. The background is plain, highlighting the person and the vehicle.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3378 × 4428 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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