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Cigar Store Indian

Robert W.R. Taylor

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture features a figure of a Native American man wearing a headdress with colorful feathers. The feathers are mainly red and blue. He is dressed in a red tunic with green and blue accents and skin-toned trousers. The sculpture is made of wood, with natural and painted finishes that create vibrant colors. The figure is standing on a wooden plinth in a pose that suggests readiness to take a step forward, with one foot raised on a pedestal. The craftsmanship depicts detailed features and attire, giving a realistic touch to the historical representation.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1939
Medium
watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3482 × 4734 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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