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Pa. German Gravy Boat

Elmer G. Anderson

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is in the shape of a rooster with a raised tail and an upright neck, culminating in a detailed head with a comb. It is crafted from a polished brown material with darker speckles. The surface is smooth and shiny, reflecting light and enhancing the natural pattern of the material, resembling tortoiseshell. Its base is circular, providing stability and support. The proportions of the rooster are distorted, with an elongated form that curves gracefully from the base up to the head.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1938
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paperboard
Dimensions
3376 × 4418 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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