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Polo

1935

Francis Chapin

Associated Names

Francis Chapin

Artist, American, 1899 - 1965

This is a drawing of a polo match. The scene features horses and riders in action, with their mallets raised. The composition includes tall posts. A figure in the foreground appears to be watching the game. The drawing uses dark and light tones, with fluid lines showing movement. The arrangement of figures and horses conveys speed and competition.

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Artwork overview

Medium

lithograph
Credit Line

Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams
Dimensions

Image: 305 x 406 mm
Sheet: 400 x 494 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.1199

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Polo; lower right: Francis Chapin; lower center edge:1935 (possibly F.C. hand); lower right by unknown hand: $15...1800

Markings

stamped: lower left margin, THE/Francis Chapin/ESTATE

Wikidata ID

Q76457853

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