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Cigar Store Indian

William Kerby

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a standing figure of a person dressed in indigenous attire. The figure wears a headdress decorated with large feathers and a garment that resembles a tunic or cloak, extending down to the knees. The sculpture is primarily made of a metal material, possibly tin or bronze, suggested by its metallic sheen and coloration. The surface of the statue shows variations in color, likely due to patination, giving it a mix of earthy tones such as browns and greens. The figure is positioned on a rectangular base with inscriptions or engravings visible. The sculpture's base is mounted on small wheels. Its size relative to us seems to be larger than a tabletop sculpture but not full human scale, fitting more in an exhibition or display context.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor, colored pencil, graphite, and heightening on paperboard
Dimensions
2909 × 4220 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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