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Weather Vane Finial

Isidore Sovensky

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a horse in mid-stride. Its mane and tail are sculpted in flowing motion to suggest speed. The horse is sculpted in a dark hue, likely of a metallic material, which gives it a polished, smooth appearance with some texture to indicate muscle and movement. The sculpture is presented on a horizontal rod that runs through its lower body and legs, supporting its stance and maintaining balance on a rounded base. In relation to us, the horse is shown in profile, allowing us to observe the detailed anatomy and the expression captured in its movement.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
graphite on paper
Dimensions
4447 × 3493 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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