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Cigar Store Indian

Lucille Lacoursiere

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a wooden sculpture in Native American-style attire. The sculpture is intricately detailed, standing on a small pedestal holding a long staff with a spearhead at the top. It is adorned with colorful garments, consisting of a red top with puffed sleeves, a blue sash, and a green and brown skirt. A headdress with large feathers is worn, along with moccasins. The backdrop is plain, emphasizing the sculpture's design and cultural attire.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1938
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paper
Dimensions
3327 × 4603 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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