Weather Vane 1935 - 1942

This weather vane was made by an anonymous artist, and I imagine, crafted with a love for storytelling and the whims of the wind. Look at the way the paint gives the figure a bronzed, almost mythical quality. The artist teases out different shades, creating depth and shadow that makes this figure look strong, vital. There’s a playful seriousness in the rendering of the archer, caught in a perpetual moment of action. I'm drawn to the arrow itself; the artist uses clean lines and a metallic gold to give it weight and direction. It is not just an add-on but an essential part of the story. The piece reminds me of some of Elizabeth Murray's sculptures, which also combine narrative, form, and a touch of the absurd. In the end, this weather vane is more than just a functional object, it is a celebration of art’s ability to capture movement, emotion, and maybe, just maybe, predict the future.