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Joseph Goldberg

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a bust of a man in a military uniform. The man has a solemn expression and his hair is styled neatly. The sculpture is made of a material resembling painted wood, featuring skin tones for the face, shadows, and highlights. The uniform is painted black and dark green, with a brown-yellowish sash across the chest. Gold epaulettes are on the shoulders. The bust appears lifelike, with realistic facial features and details. It is mounted on a simple circular base supporting the upper torso and head, suggesting it is a commemorative piece.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1940
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard
Dimensions
3381 × 4791 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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