Cincinnati Art Museum: Ferrari 412P
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Ferrari 412P
Cincinnati Art Museum
Now through January 27, 2008
The highly expressive, sculptural lines of this racecar give it a smooth and well-rounded appearance, but the drama present in their extreme peaks and dives give the 412P an undeniable air of aggression. Developed at a time when wind tunnel experimentation was in its infancy, the 412P’s design boasts an eloquent combination of scientific- and aesthetic-driven features.
While its low bonnet, or hood, enhances the car’s aerodynamic qualities, the contrasting height of the steep, upward curves shrouding the car’s front wheels are more likely style-driven elements born of the designer’s desire to create a memorable and communicative form.
The 412P was part of Ferrari’s prototype racing car series. Its name derives from its technical components: 4 for its 4.0 liter engine displacement, 12 for its 12 cylinder engine configuration, and P for prototype.
This handcrafted car was completed in 1967 and was raced by the Belgium team Ecurie Francorchamps. It is on loan from Harry Yeaggy.
Ferrari 412P
Cincinnati Art Museum
Now through January 27, 2008
The highly expressive, sculptural lines of this racecar give it a smooth and well-rounded appearance, but the drama present in their extreme peaks and dives give the 412P an undeniable air of aggression. Developed at a time when wind tunnel experimentation was in its infancy, the 412P’s design boasts an eloquent combination of scientific- and aesthetic-driven features.
While its low bonnet, or hood, enhances the car’s aerodynamic qualities, the contrasting height of the steep, upward curves shrouding the car’s front wheels are more likely style-driven elements born of the designer’s desire to create a memorable and communicative form.
The 412P was part of Ferrari’s prototype racing car series. Its name derives from its technical components: 4 for its 4.0 liter engine displacement, 12 for its 12 cylinder engine configuration, and P for prototype.
This handcrafted car was completed in 1967 and was raced by the Belgium team Ecurie Francorchamps. It is on loan from Harry Yeaggy.
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