Calash

1935/1942

Mina Lowry

Associated Names
Mina Lowry

Artist, American, born Canada, 1894 - 1942

This is a painting of a toy horse-drawn carriage with a doll seated inside. The image features an antique style toy set with a carriage and two sculpted horses. The carriage displays vibrant colors including red, green, and gold, with a figure dressed in period-appropriate attire inside. The horses appear dynamic in posture, painted in white with red accents around the neck area. The composition gives a nostalgic and playful feel, capturing the essence of vintage toys. This is in the style of traditional folk art.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 22.9 x 29.6 cm (9 x 11 5/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 18" long; 10" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.17958

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64617925

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