Weather Vane

c. 1939

Samuel W. Ford

Associated Names
Samuel W. Ford

Artist, American, c. 1905 - 1957

This is a painting of a horse and driver on a weather vane. The image shows a stylized horse galloping while pulling a lightly detailed rider on a wheeled contraption. The horse and driver are positioned horizontally above a spherical pivot that is part of a weather vane displaying the cardinal directions: N, E, S, and W. The painting emphasizes the motion of the horse and the simplicity of the weather vane structure, using muted colors to highlight the form and function of each component. The style is reminiscent of antique Americana imagery from the early 20th century.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35 x 45 cm (13 3/4 x 17 11/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 18" high; 42" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.16219


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: Sam W. Ford. Del. 390-1.

Wikidata ID

Q64630476

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