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Statuette - "Spirit of 1776"

Ralph Atkinson

National Gallery of Art

Three male musicians are depicted in the sculpture. Two of them are drummers and one is a fifer. They are dressed in uniform-like attire with colors such as blue, white, and brown. The drummers are shown with their drumsticks raised as if about to strike the drums, while the fifer is shown holding a flute to his mouth. The sculpture appears to be made of a smooth material like ceramic or porcelain with a glossy finish. The figures are placed on a rectangular base with a green and white design. Each musician has a unique posture that contributes to the sense of a lively music performance.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and heightening on paper
Dimensions
4357 × 3421 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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