Carousel Rooster

Clayton Clements

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a wooden sculpture designed to resemble a rooster's head. The sculpture is crafted with intricate carvings that give the wood an appearance of feathers, creating a textured and layered look. The rooster’s features, such as its comb and wattles, are portrayed with detailed woodwork that mimics the natural contours found on a real rooster. The eye is distinctly painted, adding a lifelike quality to the sculpture. A small attachment near the beak suggests it might serve a functional purpose. The neutral background emphasizes the craftsmanship of the wooden sculpture.