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Cigar Store Indian

Einar Heiberg

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a Native American woman standing upright. She is adorned with a headdress featuring multiple feathers. The woman wears a dress with a dark blue skirt and a teal top, with a decorative pattern around the neckline and a belt area. Over her shoulders is a red garment draped across her right arm. She holds a small object in her right hand. The sculpture includes detailed carvings indicating facial features and garments. The material of the sculpture gives it a wood-like texture and appearance, with painted details enhancing the visual effect of clothing and accessories. The figure is presented against a plain background.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3294 × 4167 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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