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Cigar Store Indian

Mina Lowry

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a human figure dressed in traditional or ancient attire. The figure is standing on a pedestal with one arm raised. The clothing is ornate, featuring a combination of colors such as blue, gold, and red hues, intricately patterned and draped in a ceremonial garb style. The material of the sculpture looks to be colored stone or painted wood, giving it a textured appearance. The figure has a beard and wears a headpiece, suggesting a status or role of significance. The pedestal the sculpture stands on is rectangular and appears greenish in color. The sculpture is elevated on a pedestal, making it tower slightly above average human height.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor, graphite, colored pencil, and heightening on paperboard
Dimensions
3363 × 4412 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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