Weather Vane

c. 1939

Bernard Westmacott

Associated Names
Bernard Westmacott

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of a stylized bird. The image depicts a single bird profile facing left. The bird has a curved body, a small beak, and textured feathers. Its tail is broad and arcs upwards, appearing fan-like. The drawing is centered on the page and uses a monochromatic palette with fine lines to suggest feathers.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 22.7 x 29 cm (8 15/16 x 11 7/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.17500

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Bernard Westmacott.

Wikidata ID

Q64537358

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