A spoof of a draft horse getting a pair of wings. Three limited edition bronzes of this sculpture were created and offered in 1984 on behalf of Charlotte Petersen by Pegasus Productions, the first of which was purchased by the Veterinary College, ISU.
Published onDec 19, 2023
224. Pegasus In Iowa
In the Christian Petersen Art Collection, University Museums, Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa.
Date
1938
Material
Painted plaster
Dimensions
15 x 12 x 7 in. (38.1 x 30.5 x 17.8 cm)
Description
A spoof of a draft horse getting a pair of wings. Three limited edition bronzes of this sculpture were created and offered in 1984 on behalf of Charlotte Petersen by Pegasus Productions, the first of which was purchased by the Veterinary College, ISU.
Markings
n/a
Provenance / Location
1) College of Veterinary Medicine, Iowa State University, Gift of Dr. John and Mrs. Doris Salsbury. CPAC, U2005.361
Alternate Title(s)
n/a
Notes / Sources
Image in Des Moines Tribune, April 15, 1948; Ames Daily Tribune, Sept. 29, 1950.
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