Whirligig

1935/1942

Luther D. Wenrich

Associated Names
Luther D. Wenrich

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The sculpture portrays a soldier figure with a mustache, wearing a tall hat and an old-fashioned military uniform. The sculpture is made of wood with painted details for features and uniform elements. The figure stands on a rectangular base. The arms are elongated and flat, resembling paddles. The stance and proportions give a slightly whimsical look to the sculpture.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 43.6 x 26.8 cm (17 3/16 x 10 9/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 55" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8148

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: L. Wenrich.

Wikidata ID

Q64594403

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