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Weather Vane

American 20th Century

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a stylized human figure holding a bow and arrow. The figure appears to be nude except for accessories like a headdress with several feathers and a beaded belt around the waist. The sculpture is painted in an earth-tone color, resembling bronze or golden hues. The figure is shown in a walking or marching stance, with one leg raised. The figure's facial features are pronounced with a pointed nose and chin, and there are elements like flowing strands resembling hair or feathers extending behind the head. The bow is drawn back, with the arrow aimed forward.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper
Dimensions
3241 × 4540 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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