Don Butler, American, active mid-20th century Search this
Medium:
Airbrush and ink on illustration board
Dimensions:
35.6 × 48.3 cm (14 × 19 in.)
Type:
transportation
Drawing
Object Name:
Drawing
Made in:
Michigan, USA
Date:
1946
Description:
Design for a burgundy automobile with chrome accents shown from above in three-quarter view. Body distinguished by an elongated curvilinear line, with round front and rear details. A raised chrome hood ornament at the front center of the car's hood, and a metallic grill behind, adjacent to the windshield. Below the hood ornament, a band of chrome above a stylized grill and projecting chrome bumper, an element that continues across the lower body of the car. Marks throughout indicate the shiny and reflective surface. Car interior upholstered in white leather with a red steering wheel.
Credit Line:
Museum purchase through gift of Paul Herzan and from General Acquisitions Endowment Fund
