Sheep, Goats and Turkey, Taos
Identifier
2007.613.1
Date Created
1927
Work Medium
Dimensions
14.25 in x 11 in
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Historical Context
In 1927, Alten visited the art colony in Taos, New Mexico. The majority of the paintings created during this stay focused on the landscape elements unique to that region, straying from agrarian themes.
Description
Small barnyard scene with animals including sheep, goats and a turkey. The area where they stand is an ochre and there is a brick like wall. On the right side is a tan building with 2 windows on each side of the door. Signed and titled in the lower right corner.
Credit
Gift of George H. and Barbara Gordon
