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Rocking Horse

Elizabeth Fairchild

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is of a traditional rocking horse, a popular children's toy. It features a horse in mid-stride on curved rockers. The color is deep red, resembling wood, with a contrasting lighter color for the mane and tail. The body appears solid and smooth with defined features like a saddle and raised head. The rockers are also red and curved beneath. The design is detailed yet simplistic, reminiscent of vintage rocking horses.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1938
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
5173 × 3260 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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