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Whale Design House Board

Unknown

1850

unspecified

From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts

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Whale Design House Board is a 1850 unspecified by Unknown, held at Detroit Institute of Arts.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1850
Where can I see it?: Detroit Institute of Arts

About this work

This painting shows a long, narrow piece of wood with a design painted on it. The design is of a whale, with its body stretching across the wood. The whale is depicted in a stylized way, with bold lines and geometric shapes. The whale's body is painted in shades of brown and black, with white accents. Its eyes and mouth are clearly defined, giving it a sense of life and movement. The background of the painting is a light color, which helps the whale stand out. The painting is a beautiful example of Native American art, and it would be interesting to learn more about the artist and the cultural context in which it was created. To learn more about this style of art, you could look up the Detroit Institute of Arts.