Weather Vane - Angel Gabriel

c. 1938

Howard Weld

Associated Names
Howard Weld

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The sculpture depicts an angel with wings lying horizontally in a flying pose. The angel appears blowing a horn, with arms extended forward holding the instrument. The sculpture is crafted from wood with a simple design and subdued color palette of beige and gray. The wings have parallel lines etched to suggest feathers. The angel's body, facial details, and horn are characterized by a minimalist style. The sculpture is elevated on a wooden pedestal.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 44.1 x 39.9 cm (17 3/8 x 15 11/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.16320

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64574511

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