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Toy Bank: Santa Claus

Clementine Fossek

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a small humanoid figure wearing a hooded garment in muted greens and browns. The figure leans slightly forward next to a rectangular pedestal with a slot on top. The pedestal has a reddish-brown hue and appears to be made of a sturdy material, possibly metal or painted wood. The figure and pedestal create a scene where the figure seems to be interacting with the pedestal. The sculpture is detailed, with attention to fine elements like the garment folds and the figure's features.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor, gouache, and pen and ink on paper
Dimensions
3305 × 4518 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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