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Running Horse Weather Vane

Alfred Denghausen

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a galloping horse. The image depicts a horse captured in full gallop, stretched out as if in full stride, against an empty background. The horse's body is rendered in a realistic style, highlighting the musculature and dynamic movement expected of a horse in motion. Its mouth is open slightly, and legs are extended to emphasize speed. There is minimal context or detailing beyond the form of the horse itself.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
4968 × 3523 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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