Weather Vane c. 1936

"Weather Vane" is a drawing by Edward L. Loper created around 1936. The work depicts a detailed rendering of a traditional weather vane, with intricate details of the arrow, compass points, and the spherical finial. Loper's precise lines and subtle shading capture the form and function of this everyday object, transforming it into a captivating subject for his art. The drawing highlights the artist's interest in both technical accuracy and the beauty of ordinary objects, making it a compelling example of American realist art of the mid-20th century.