Prairie Horse Weather Vane

c. 1936

Salvatore Borrazzo

Associated Names
Salvatore Borrazzo

Artist, American, 1916 - 1964

This is a drawing of a horse in profile, appearing as if it is running. The horse has one foreleg raised and the hind legs stretched out. The mane and tail are stylized, with the tail showing a feather-like design. The horse's body is detailed with attention to musculature and form, emphasizing its build. The drawing is monochromatic. The background is simple, focusing on the horse. There is a small vertical post in front of the horse.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 22.6 x 29.2 cm (8 7/8 x 11 1/2 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 40 1/2" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.16227

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: SALVATORE BORRAZZO

Wikidata ID

Q64630251

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