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Cigar Store Indian

Sydney Roberts

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a Native American man standing upright. He has one arm extended forward and the other holding a long pipe. He is adorned with a colorful outfit that includes reds, greens, golds, and pinks. He wears a headdress with red and white feathers. The material appears to imitate carved wood, and the subject stands on a pedestal labeled "CIGARS / PIPES / TOBACCO." The man is life-sized in proportion to the viewer and has detailed features, including facial expressions and attire. The sculpture is painted with vibrant colors.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1941
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard
Dimensions
3375 × 4424 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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