Carousel Horse

c. 1941

John W. Kelleher

Associated Names
John W. Kelleher

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of an ornamental carousel horse. It depicts a stylized carousel horse with exaggerated features, such as a wide-open mouth and vibrant colors. The horse has a detailed bridle and saddle in bright red, green, and yellow. The gray body contrasts with these colors, and the mane and tail are also intricately decorated. The horse is mounted on a pole with colored bands typical of carousel structures. The background is a plain, light-colored surface. This artwork is in the style of traditional carousel art, focusing on the artistry and playfulness of such designs.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 36 x 48 cm (14 3/16 x 18 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8109


Artwork history & notes

Exhibition History

1995

  • Wood and Wood Carving from the Index of American Design, Pensacola Museum of Art, 1995, no cat.

Bibliography

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design, New York: 1970, p. 608, no. 2167.

Wikidata ID

Q64584424

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