Weather Vane

c. 1939

Joseph Goldberg

Associated Names
Joseph Goldberg

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The sculpture depicts a galloping horse with all four legs extended. The mane flows backward, indicating movement. The sculpture has a golden hue and may be made of metal or painted wood. The simplicity of the form highlights the horse's elegance and power. It is mounted on two slender supports attached to a narrow base, giving the impression of suspension. The sculpture's appearance is flat and elongated, emphasizing the horse's speed and grace.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 23.1 x 35.6 cm (9 1/8 x 14 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 32" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.16220

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design, New York: 1970, p. 463, no. 1610.

Wikidata ID

Q64591181

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