October 17, 2008

cars (transportation)

Other goods that have followed the progression of natural pigment to detail to polish (see previous entry) are transportation vehicles.

Even the most basic element of transport, a wheel, can become artistic when painted. This is the first step: natural pigment.


painted and carved wheel, Taormina, Italy
©2008 Marshall Ikonography and World of Stock

In the 20th-21st century, cars are evidence of how objects have become progressively minimalist in shape. Shown here: art deco automobiles versus modern cars.


1930 Duesenberg Model J


1932 Cadillac 355B



1938 Jaguar 100

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Lotus Elise


Porsche Boxster


Bugatti Veyron


Fisker Karma Hybrid

photo credits: Marshall Ikonography and World of Stock, ultimatecarpage.com, concorsodeleganzavilladeste.com, and unknown sources.