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Black Horse Weather Vane

Beatrice DeKalb

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a silhouette of a horse on a light-colored background. The horse is depicted with one front leg raised and a swaying tail, along with a visible mane along the neck. The black silhouette contrasts with the background, highlighting the horse's form and movement. The style is reminiscent of Ellsworth Kelly, known for minimalist designs through shapes and colors.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1939
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
4842 × 3409 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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