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Cigar Store Indian

Mary Edith Brooks

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a figure wearing a traditional Native American headdress with multiple feathers standing upright. The figure is dressed in an outfit that includes a tunic adorned with fringes and possibly moccasin-style footwear. The sculpture appears to be made of wood, with natural wood tones, giving it a brownish and earthy appearance. The figure stands on a simple carved wooden base. One arm is raised while the other rests by the side. The style is representational, capturing both the attire and the calm expression of the figure's face.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1942
Medium
watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3410 × 4996 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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