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Prairie Horse Weather Vane

Salvatore Borrazzo

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a horse in profile, appearing as if it is running. The horse has one foreleg raised and the hind legs stretched out. The mane and tail are stylized, with the tail showing a feather-like design. The horse's body is detailed with attention to musculature and form, emphasizing its build. The drawing is monochromatic. The background is simple, focusing on the horse. There is a small vertical post in front of the horse.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
graphite on paper
Dimensions
4411 × 3396 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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