Weather Vane c. 1938

"Weather Vane" is a detailed drawing on paper by Ernest A. Towers, Jr., created in 1938. The artwork features a precise depiction of a weather vane, showcasing its intricate design. The drawing captures the vane's structural elements, from its slender rod and spherical weight to its meticulously crafted arrowhead and the detailed vane itself. The artist's attention to detail and the use of graphite lines create a sense of realism and depth, highlighting the functional nature of the object and its purpose in navigation and forecasting weather conditions. Towers, a well-known American artist, produced several architectural drawings and other works that explored the beauty and functionality of everyday objects.