Horse Weather Vane

c. 1937

Chris Makrenos

Associated Names
Chris Makrenos

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image contains a painting of a horse depicted in profile view facing the right side of the frame. The horse is positioned on a flat surface with legs evenly spaced apart. It has a reddish-brown coat, sleek elongated body, short mane, and tail extending downwards. The horse's face includes large eyes, pointed ears, and a slightly open mouth. There are no visible saddles or decorative elements on the horse. The background is a neutral, off-white color, with a signature reading "Christ Makenos" in the bottom right corner.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 38.2 x 47.3 cm (15 1/16 x 18 5/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 30" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.16223

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: CHRIST MAKRENOS

Wikidata ID

Q64539897

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