Saddle

c. 1937

Gerald Transpota

Associated Names
Gerald Transpota

Artist, American, active c. 1935

A detailed and ornately designed saddle is displayed against a plain background. The color palette consists of various shades of brown with hints of gold, emphasizing the intricate floral patterns and textures. The saddle is positioned slightly to the left, with its pommel and seat visible in the upper section and the leather straps hanging towards the bottom right. The detailed floral engravings are prominently featured on the left side of the saddle.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.5 x 24.5 cm (14 x 9 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.14558

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design, New York: 1970, p. 776, no. 2772.

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: G. TRANSPOTA JR

Wikidata ID

Q64571754

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