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Old Bulto San Lorenzo

Conrado Barrio

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture shows a standing human figure in a long robe with intricate details in primarily red and white, complemented by a white underlayer with designs. The figure has a beard and short, light-colored hair. The face is painted in natural skin tones with defined features. The sculpture seems to be crafted from carved wood and painted in various colors including red, white, earthly tones, and green. It stands on a rectangular base painted in a darker tone, providing contrast. The subject stands with one hand held up and another extending forward, potentially holding an object resembling a small box or book.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor, gouache, colored pencil, and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3307 × 4887 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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