Figurine: Cock

c. 1937

Bernard Westmacott

Associated Names
Bernard Westmacott

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The sculpture depicts a rooster with elaborate plumage. It is shown in a side profile, standing proudly with its tail feathers fanning out behind it in a curved and decorative manner. The rooster has a well-defined crest on top of its head, and its wings are detailed with intricate patterns. The sculpture appears to be monochrome, consisting of shades of gray.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28.8 x 22.9 cm (11 5/16 x 9 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 10 1/2" high; 11 1/2" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8688

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Bernard Westmacott.

Wikidata ID

Q64537335

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