Weather Vane
1935/1942
Medium
graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
overall: 29 x 22.1 cm (11 7/16 x 8 11/16 in.)
Classification
Index of American Design
Department
CG-W
Museum
National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.
Credit
Index of American Design
Accession Number
1943.8.17967
Art Historical Context
Behold the intricate *Weather Vane*, a graphite drawing on paperboard from the Index of American Design (IAD), created between 1935 and 1942 by an anonymous American artist of the 20th century. Measuring 29 x 22.1 cm, this precise rendering captures the whimsical form of a traditional American weather vane—likely a rooster or directional figure perched atop a rod—showcasing the playful ingenuity of folk craftsmanship. Housed in the National Gallery of Art's CG-W department, it exemplifies the IAD's mission to document everyday American decorative arts through meticulous watercolor and graphic ...
About the Artist
American 20th Century
"American 20th Century" is the designation used by major institutions such as the National Gallery of Art (NGA) for anonymous and unidentified artists active in the United States during the twentieth century. The artist's personal identity, early life, and training remain undocumented, reflecting the challenges of attribution for unattributed works from this era. No specific teachers, art schools,...