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Carved Figure (Possibly a Tailor's Shop Sign)

Frank McEntee

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a male figure dressed in formal attire. The subject wears a long, dark brown coat, a light-colored vest, and a dark tie. The figure is standing on a round base. The man's face is detailed, with pronounced features such as high cheekbones and wide eyes, and his hair is styled in a swept-back manner, with visible grooves indicating hair strands. The entire piece is painted, with the face having a natural, flesh-toned complexion. The figure stands erect, and appears to be life-like in proportion relative to its overall size.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3375 × 4981 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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