Horse Weather Vane

Robert Barton

National Gallery of Art

This is a photograph of a wooden weathervane shaped like a horse. The image shows a craftily carved wooden horse mounted on an arrow against a plain backdrop. The horse is shown in a trotting pose with its right front and rear legs lifted, and includes a visible mane and tail. The arrow beneath the horse emphasizes the object’s functional nature. The simple backdrop accentuates the rustic charm and craftsmanship of the subject, allowing its detailing and texture to stand out.