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Carousel Horse

Mina Lowry

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a carousel horse. The image shows a detailed and realistic representation of a carousel horse in a leaping pose. The horse is adorned in classic carousel fashion with a green saddle and harness. The body is dark with white legs and various patches. The mane flows elegantly backward. The face of the horse features an open mouth with a ring bit. Overall, the drawing reflects the charm of amusement park rides.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paperboard
Dimensions
3359 × 3227 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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