Bandbox (section)

c. 1939

David Dorfman

Associated Names
David Dorfman

Artist, American, c. 1898 - 1959

This is a painting of a chariot drawn by winged, mythical creatures on a blue background. The central focus of the image is an elaborate, classical-style chariot with intricate detailing. The chariot is being pulled by griffin-like creatures, depicted in a dynamic posture. These creatures possess the body of a lion and the wings of a bird. The scene is framed by stylized, ornamental trees on both sides, whose leaves and branches extend into the sky. The background is a vibrant, deep blue, accentuating the lighter tones of the chariot and creatures.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 38 x 50.6 cm (14 15/16 x 19 15/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 11 1/8" high, 17" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8376


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design, New York, 1970: 523, pl. 1945.

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: DAVID DORFMAN

Wikidata ID

Q64540803

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