Metal Weather Vane: Glove

c. 1941

Harriette Gale

Associated Names
Harriette Gale

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The sculpture depicts a human hand in a relaxed position. The fingers are slightly apart and the thumb is angled away from the palm. The sculpture is crafted from a material that resembles cream or beige-colored stone or ivory. The back of the hand and knuckles are smooth. The wrist area features a decorative band resembling a bracelet with an intricate floral pattern and scalloped edge. The hand is displayed with the palm facing downward, offering a clear view of the top part of the hand, fingers, and decorative details at the wrist. The sculpture is set against a plain, neutral background.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 38.1 x 55.7 cm (15 x 21 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.16409


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64573127

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