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Cigar Store Indian

Dorothy Handy

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a human figure with a headdress made of feathers. The attire includes a top and skirt-like garment with leaf or feather-like details. The sculpture is brown, resembling a wooden material with darker and lighter shades highlighting the clothing and headdress. The figure is standing upright on a rectangular base, with both arms slightly extended, one forward with a bent elbow and the other to the side. This posture conveys a sense of motion or gesture, enabling viewers to appreciate the intricate designs and material texture.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor, graphite, colored pencil, and heightening on paper
Dimensions
3077 × 4579 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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