Anton Raphael Mengs
The Works of Anthony Raphael Mengs, First Painter to his Catholic Majesty Charles III (volume 1 of 2)
Artist
Anton Raphael Mengs (German, 1728–1779)German, 1728–1779
CultureItalian
Titles
- The Works of Anthony Raphael Mengs, First Painter to his Catholic Majesty Charles III (volume 1 of 2)
Date1796
PlaceLondon, England
MediumOctavo volumes in paper backed boards and leather spine
Dimensions9 × 6 × 3/4 in. (22.9 × 15.2 × 1.9 cm)
Credit LineSarah Campbell Blaffer Foundation, Houston
Object numberBF.2004.7.1
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Laundry cart contents: purple satin bag; clear, white, and black hangers made from alumilite clear cast resin and galvanized steel wire; six pairs of trousers, one shirt, and two neckties made from various fabrics. Laundry bag with nylon cord, alumilite toggles, fabric, and thread, stuffed with fabric.
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Cart: wood frame with woven aluminum strips, 1/8-inch ungalvanized steel rod, clear acrylic spray coating, canvas, thread, vinyl, aluminum rivets, dirt, and newspaper ink.
Broom: wood handle and housing with bristles.
Floor: linoleum backed with canvas.
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