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Wild Horses

1940

Beckford Young

Associated Names

Beckford Young

Artist, American, 1905 - 1979

The image depicts three horse heads with distinct features and prominent flowing manes. The background consists of abstract lines and shapes, resembling movement or a natural landscape. The artwork is rendered in pencil, creating a rich texture and depth.

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Artwork overview

Medium

lithograph
Credit Line

Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of Reba and Dave Williams
Dimensions

image: 303 x 201 mm
sheet: 460 x 304 mm
Accession Number

2008.115.5161

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

Inscribed: "Wild Horses" 82/150" lower left; signed: "MB Young" in pencil, lower right

Wikidata ID

Q76552345

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