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Bulldoggers

c. 1940

Arthur George Murphy

Associated Names

Arthur George Murphy

Artist, American, 1906 - 1991

This is a drawing of three horses and an ox in motion. The animals are depicted with flowing manes and tails, suggesting speed and movement. The lines are fluid and dynamic, capturing the energy of the animals. The drawing uses a minimalistic style, with simple, curved lines and shading to suggest form and motion.

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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 458 mm
Sheet: 305 x 458 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.3656

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

In pencil: lower left, Bulldoggers 80/150; signed lower right, A.G. Murphy

Wikidata ID

Q76443235

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