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Puppet: Bull

c. 1940

Hilda Olson

Associated Names

Hilda Olson

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of a cow suspended by strings attached to a rod. The cow is predominantly brown with white on its legs and underbelly, showcasing a textured fur coat. Its tail is intricately braided, and its horns are depicted with a light curve. The entire setup is connected by strings to a bar above. The background is plain off-white.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 27.8 x 35.4 cm (10 15/16 x 13 15/16 in.)
Original IAD Object: 23" long; 12" high
Accession Number

1943.8.16667

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: HILDA OLSON

Wikidata ID

Q64574340

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