Indian Weather Vane

c. 1936

Carol Larson

Associated Names
Carol Larson

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of an abstract depiction of a figure drawing a bow. The image shows a stylized figure with a head adorned with red feathers, holding a large bow and arrow. The figure is composed of simple geometric shapes, and the colors used are primarily shades of reddish-brown, black, and tan. The figure has distinct patterns on its clothing, with a jagged design around the collar and bands on the legs. The background is plain, emphasizing the dynamic stance and abstract design of the figure itself.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, pen and ink, and gouache on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.7 x 28 cm (14 1/16 x 11 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 18 1/4" high; 15 1/8" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.17112

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1950

  • Christensen, Erwin O., The Index of American Design, New York: 1950, p. 74, no. 144.

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design, New York: 1970, p. 469, no. 1640.

Inscriptions

lower right in black ink: CAROL / LARSON

Wikidata ID

Q64538099

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