Indian Weather Vane

c. 1938

Alice Stearns

Associated Names
Alice Stearns

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The sculpture depicts a standing figure of a Native American man, identifiable by the headdress adorned with colorful feathers in shades of red, green, blue, and yellow. He wears a garment with a predominantly yellow-brown color with red accents, which appears textured with small symbols or imprints adding detail. In his right hand, he holds a curved bow and his left arm is extended, pointing into the distance. The sculpture shows him standing on a base of a slightly lighter shade than his clothing. Made of a painted material, possibly wood or a wood-like substance, the sculpture is detailed and dimensional, yet stylized in appearance.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 45.5 x 35.9 cm (17 15/16 x 14 1/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.16461


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64534507

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