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Running Horse Weather Vane

Gertrude Koch

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture shows a horse in full motion, with all four legs extended in a trot. It is made of what appears to be a metal, possibly bronze. The surface has a smooth and polished finish with slight textural details highlighting the horse's muscles. The horse is mounted on a horizontal rod, suggesting it is a weathervane. The sculpture is depicted in profile, with the mane sculpted to show movement. It is set against a plain, light background, emphasizing the details of the horse's form and craftsmanship.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1940
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
4609 × 3169 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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