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Shoe Shine Foot Rest

Stanley Mazur

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture shows a horse standing on a pedestal. The horse is depicted in a simplified style in a dynamic pose. It is a dark color, resembling bronze. The horse has defined musculature and a sleek form. Above the horse, there is a horizontal element. The pedestal has a twisted green column, supporting a cylindrical base where the horse stands. The sculpture blends classic and modern elements through its stylized portrayal of a familiar subject.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paperboard
Dimensions
3178 × 4968 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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