Whirligig

c. 1937

Bernard Westmacott

Associated Names
Bernard Westmacott

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The sculpture depicts a human figure standing upright on a cylindrical base. The subject wears a tall, pointed headdress that adds to the elongated form of the sculpture. The figure's facial features are prominently carved and its hands appear to be placed in front. The body is elongated and lean, with the figure clad in a form-fitting garment that extends straight down to the base. The sculpture is rendered in a monochrome color palette, resembling a dark gray or charcoal hue. The overall appearance suggests simplicity in design with stylized human features that stand out distinctly against the plain background. The figure is depicted in a straightforward stance, facing directly forward, with the details of the face and attire clearly defined within the available visual space.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 28.4 x 22.2 cm (11 3/16 x 8 3/4 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 18 1/2" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.16274


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: Bernard Westmacott.

Wikidata ID

Q64537355

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