Weather Vane

c. 1938

James McLellan

Associated Names
James McLellan

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The sculpture depicts a horse in mid-gallop, with extended legs suggesting movement and speed. The sculpture is made of a dark-colored material, potentially bronze or a similar metal. The horse appears dynamic and energetic, with a swept back mane and detailed muscular form conveying power and grace. It is placed on a horizontal bar, indicating it could be a weather vane or a decorative piece meant to be viewed in profile.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 33.4 x 54.7 cm (13 1/8 x 21 9/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 28 1/2" wide; 17" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.16197

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64580642

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