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Cigar Store Indian

Walter Hochstrasser

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a male figure standing upright, holding a long spear in his right hand and a shield in his left. The figure has a strong, muscular build and is adorned with a headdress that appears to have horn-like protrusions. The sculpture has a dark, metallic-looking surface. The figure is clothed in what seems to be a skirt composed of colorful feather-like elements. The man is shown in a confident, powerful stance, with an air of readiness or vigilance. The piece stands on a round pedestal.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and heightening on paperboard
Dimensions
3244 × 5191 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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