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Cigar Store Indian

John Davis

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a figure of an Indigenous person with distinctive attire and accessories. The subject stands on a rectangular base. The figure wears a multi-colored garment with patterns of green, red, and yellow. It is adorned with a feathered headdress in yellow and green. The sculpture appears to be made of wood, with a textured surface. The finish is smoothly painted, enhancing the vivid colors. The size suggests it could be displayed indoors on a pedestal in a gallery or museum for close viewing of details and craftsmanship.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3172 × 4758 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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