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Horse Weather Vane

1935/1942

Mildred E. Bent

Associated Names

Mildred E. Bent

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a stylized horse figure in motion. The form is outlined with smooth lines with extended limbs and a mane and tail depicted with curved strokes. The figure is in a flat, monochromatic style against a light background.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor and graphite on paper
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 30.4 x 40.6 cm (11 15/16 x 16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.16247

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64614744

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