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Cock Weather Vane

Hazel Hyde

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture shows a rooster with an upright tail and a head with a comb, crafted from metal with a textured appearance. It has a reddish-brown hue and a slightly weathered look. The number "1822" is displayed on its body. The sculpture is designed to resemble a weathervane, with a stylized and simplified form. It has a notable presence and is likely noticeable from afar.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1938
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3417 × 4734 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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