Fence
1913
Medium
Drawing
Classification
Drawing
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. A. Mervyn Davies
Accession Number
1971.446.39
Tags
Art Historical Context
**Fence** (1913) by Solon H. Borglum is compelling drawing from the Smithsonian American Museum's collection, gifted by Mr. and Mrs. A. Mervyn Davies. Borglum, a prominent American sculptor (18681922) and brother to Mount Rushmore creator Gutzon Borglum, was renowned for his realistic depictions of Western life, equestrian figures, and historical subjects. This work, classified as a drawing, likely served as a preparatory study, showcasing his skill in capturing form and detail on paper—a medium that allowed sculptors like him to refine compositions before committing to bronze or stone. The t...