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Weather Vane Rooster

Carl Strehlau

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a rooster. It depicts a stylized rooster with elongated legs and raised tail feathers. The bird is primarily red with intricate patterns indicating feathers, creating a textured look. The rooster is outlined with a darker shade against a light background, emphasizing its shape, posture, and patterned plumage. The style resembles that of Rufino Tamayo, known for vivid colors and simplified forms.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1940
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3219 × 4489 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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