Shaving Horse

c. 1938

Clarence W. Dawson

Associated Names
Clarence W. Dawson

Artist, American, c. 1909 - 1980

The image contains a large, intricately carved wooden object with a bench-like form. The object has various sections and is primarily colored in different shades of brown, showcasing the natural wood texture. It is positioned horizontally with six legs for support, and there is a smaller, vertically oriented piece protruding from the main structure towards the upper right side.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 33.8 x 46.5 cm (13 5/16 x 18 5/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 36" high; 14" wide; 62" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.13707

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64540097

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