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Figurehead: Indian

Ingrid Selmer-Larsen

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a male figure in a dynamic pose, appearing to be in mid-stride with one foot forward. He is adorned with a headdress that features a long feather, a necklace made of claw or tooth shapes, and a garment resembling fur-like material wrapped around his torso and waist. The sculpture shows realistic skin tones with earthy browns and tans for the clothing and a lighter hue for the headdress. His facial features are detailed and focused upwards, and he holds a spear or stick in one hand. The sculpture is mounted on a base resembling rocks. The material seems to be wood or another carving material allowing for intricate detailing.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
2981 × 4916 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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