Hat Mannequin

c. 1937

Howard Weld

Associated Names
Howard Weld

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image displays a stylized artistic representation of a person, featuring the head and upper torso. The figure is positioned in profile, facing to the right side of the image. The facial features are minimal, with an outline of a nose, mouth, and eyes. The hair is depicted in a dramatic swoop, covering the top and part of the side of the head, drawn in solid black. The clothing is simplistic, represented by a single thick black line suggesting a garment covering the shoulders. The background is plain, with a light color, highlighting the figure centrally. No jewelry or objects are present.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and ink on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.7 x 28.1 cm (14 1/16 x 11 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.3297


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64574500

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