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Grasshopper Weather Vane

Alfred Denghausen

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a wooden grasshopper sculpture. It shows a stylized grasshopper made from wood mounted on a wooden post. The grasshopper is crafted with natural wood tones, emphasizing its segments and limbs. It has front legs, suggesting it is sitting or resting. The wings and body are simplistically carved, with smooth, rounded edges. The sculpture captures the essence of a grasshopper through minimalist and rustic artistry. This style is reminiscent of early 20th-century wooden toy crafts.

Artwork Details

Date
1937
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paper
Dimensions
4835 × 3375 px
Public Domain
Yes
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