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Joe, the Cannibal

Edward Strzalkowski

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a marionette puppet with a dark face, wearing a white outfit and a reddish-brown fringe belt. The marionette is depicted in a neutral position with one arm slightly raised, revealing the strings that control its movement. The puppet's head is exaggerated in features, with large eyes and a broad smile. It wears a white top and matching pants with black shoes, and there appears to be a red ribbon at the wrist. The overall composition is centered on a simple, unadorned background, emphasizing the puppet's intricate design and detail.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paperboard
Dimensions
3098 × 4319 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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