Carousel Dog c. 1939

dorothyhandy

drawing

light pencil work

pencil sketch

charcoal drawing

possibly oil pastel

pencil drawing

coloured pencil

animal drawing portrait

portrait drawing

watercolour illustration

watercolor

"Carousel Dog" is a watercolor painting by Dorothy Handy, completed around 1939. It depicts a carousel horse, rendered with precise detail and realistic shading. The greyhound is adorned in a bright saddle with red and white stripes, highlighting the decorative aspects of a carousel animal. Handy's work is a significant example of American folk art, showcasing the beauty of everyday objects and capturing the nostalgia of traditional amusement park attractions.