John Samsen, American, active mid-20th century Search this
Office of:
Chrysler Corporation, Auburn Hills, Michigan, USA Search this
Medium:
Mixed media on paper
Dimensions:
33 × 41.9 cm (13 in. × 16 1/2 in.)
Type:
transportation
Drawing
Object Name:
Drawing
Made in:
Michigan, USA
Date:
1964
Description:
Design for a red automobile with chrome accents shown in three-quarter frontal view. Wide body distinguished by curvilinear form, with flares above each wheel well. At front, two sets of curved rectilinear chrome grills. An additional grill in red just before the front right wheel. Boomerang-shaped chrome accent at car's lower body, the reflection of the vehicle shown below, the texture suggesting a wet rainy landscape.
Credit Line:
Museum purchase through gift of Paul Herzan and from General Acquisitions Endowment Fund