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Oxen Yoke

Earl Butlin

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a traditional wooden yoke. It shows the yoke made from curved wood with iron rings at each end. The wood appears natural and unfinished, displaying grain patterns and knots. Against a light background, the focus is on the yoke. The craftsmanship of the object is highlighted in a realistic style.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
4579 × 3427 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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