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Hitching Post

Eleanor Kroll

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a horse's head in dark brown color, resembling bronze or a similar polished metal. It is detailed with smooth contours, ears, eyes, and nostrils, giving it a realistic appearance. The mane flows down the back of the head, adding texture. It is mounted on a cylindrical pedestal with inscriptions reading "BARTLETT" and "MACKINAW." The sculpture is presented as a bust, focusing on the horse's head and neck with the base providing stability.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper
Dimensions
3322 × 4697 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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