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Wine Bottle

Al Curry

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a figure wearing a broad-brimmed hat and a long coat or cloak that reaches down to the floor. The figure's hands are folded in front, noticeable beneath the thick folds of the garment. The sculpture is predominantly a reddish-brown color, suggesting it might be made from a type of stone or wood, with variations in hue giving it texture and depth. In relation to human proportions, the sculpture appears elongated due to its design, emphasizing the drapery of the cloak and the dignified stance of the figure.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1938
Medium
watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3419 × 4303 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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