Doctor's Buggy

c. 1936

Fred Weiss

Associated Names
Fred Weiss

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of a vintage horse-drawn carriage. The image depicts a detailed representation of an early 19th-century carriage, known as a gig or a similar type of lightweight, open, single-horse carriage with two wheels. The carriage has a high-standing seat for the driver, situated above large wheels, and it features a curved canopy that provides some shelter from the elements. The wheels are spoked, and there’s intricate detail showing the structure and harness joints. The use of subdued colors like browns and greys along with meticulous line work emphasizes the elegance and functionality of the vehicle from that historical period. The background is a plain off-white, focusing all attention on the carriage itself.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 55.5 x 71.1 cm (21 7/8 x 28 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.7718


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64570684

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