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Cigar Store Indian

Emil Hagen

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a standing figure of a man dressed in a colorful outfit. The subject is wearing a detailed headdress adorned with red and green feathers. The face of the sculpture is brown. The attire includes a red cape, a garment with green detailing, a golden-colored belt and skirt, and gold-toned leggings. The figure is holding an object in the right hand. The sculpture stands upright, facing forward, presenting a commanding posture.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1939
Medium
watercolor, graphite, gouache, and pen and ink on paperboard
Dimensions
3434 × 4873 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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