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Cigar Store Indian

Walter Hochstrasser

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a standing figure of a woman holding a book under her left arm. She wears a dress with detailed ornamentation, including scalloped borders and a medallion-like design on the chest. She also wears a hat with a large feather. The sculpture is carved from wood, showcasing earthy tones with hints of dark brown, grey, and reddish accents. The base is a wooden platform.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
2856 × 4703 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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