Rendering of Proposed Integral Bumper-Grill Cadillac Design by William L. Mitchell, 1940-1941
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Artifact Overview
Bill Mitchell joined the Art and Colour Section at General Motors in 1935 under Harley Earl who put him in charge of the Cadillac Studio. After serving in World War II, Mitchell returned to GM in 1953. He became Vice President of Design in 1958 and served until his retirement in 1977. The Buick Riviera and the Chevrolet Corvette are among Mitchell's most iconic car designs.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Drawing (Visual work)
Date Made
1940-1941
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
89.1.1734.71
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of the Family of William L. Mitchell.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Rendering (Drawing techniques)
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 19.75 in
Width: 23.75 in
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