Cow Weather Vane

c. 1939

Philip Johnson

Associated Names
Philip Johnson

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image features a large weathervane in the shape of a cow, with a reddish-brown patina and patches of corrosion in shades of green and gray. The cow form is centered in the image, standing with its head facing to the right, and displays riveted sections. Below the cow is a rectangular greenish bar suggesting a base or support. The color palette includes earthy tones such as rusty browns, faded greens, and grays against a light beige background.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 31.7 x 48.9 cm (12 1/2 x 19 1/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.16233

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design, New York: 1970, p. 462, no. 1605.

Wikidata ID

Q64619475

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