Doll Coach

c. 1937

Ernest A. Towers, Jr.

Associated Names
Ernest A. Towers, Jr.

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a detailed illustration of a vintage baby carriage with a high curved canopy and large spoked wheels. The color palette consists of earthy tones, including browns, creams, and muted reds, with intricate decorative patterns on the body and canopy of the carriage. The handle extends outwards to the right, with the large rear wheels slightly angled towards the viewer, giving a three-dimensional perspective. Below and to the right of the main illustration, there is a small inset that shows a simplified schematic drawing of the carriage design.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 30.5 x 30.4 cm (12 x 11 15/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 20" high; 38" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.15369


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in watercolor: DEL 136-1 ERNEST TOWERS JR.

Wikidata ID

Q64559733

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