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"Tamanend" Figurehead

Douglas Campbell

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a bust of a male figure adorned in elaborate attire. The subject is wearing a ruffled garment with a distinct brooch in the center and intricate folds and designs on the shoulders and chest. There is a quiver with arrows on his back. The sculpture is primarily monochromatic gray and showcases detailed carving of facial features, hair, and clothing textures. The bust is positioned to highlight the strong features of the subject's face and the detailed workmanship of the attire.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1939
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and heightening on paper
Dimensions
3406 × 4553 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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