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Carousel Horse

Henry Murphy

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a carousel horse against a solid blue background. The horse is sculpted in an ornate style, with a white coat. Its mane and tail are curled and shaded to give a three-dimensional effect. The saddle and harness are painted in browns with decorative elements. The background is plain blue. The painting captures the charm and nostalgia of old-fashioned amusement rides. This is in the style of Victorian vintage carousel art.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1939
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3218 × 3251 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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