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Cigar Store Indian

Einar Heiberg

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a Native American figure standing upright. The figure is wearing a feathered headdress with feathers in shades of red, green, and yellow. The body is adorned with a colorful garment featuring patterns of pink, green, and purple hues. The figure is holding a tomahawk with a light blue blade and a shaft detailed with designs, as well as a bundle in its left hand. The texture and appearance suggest the sculpture is crafted from a material like wood and painted with bright, vivid paints. This sculpture stands on a dark green base. The depiction is life-sized, emphasizing the detailed attire and accessories representative of a cultural representation.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3232 × 5211 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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