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Dancing Doll

Mina Lowry

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a wooden figure resembling a mannequin or doll with human-like features. The figure wears a uniform consisting of a blue jacket with gold epaulettes, a white shirt, dark blue or black pants, and boots. The sculpture is made of wood and painted in muted colors such as blues, golds, and browns. The stylized proportions and facial features give the figure a simplified, rigid appearance with a neutral expression. The hands are rounded and mitten-like. The overall style of the sculpture suggests it is a folk art piece emphasizing bold shapes and straightforward representation.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1940
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paperboard
Dimensions
3293 × 4993 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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