William Penn Carving

c. 1938

Frances Lichten

Associated Names
Frances Lichten

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The sculpture depicts a man in traditional 17th-century clothing, including a tricorn hat, long overcoat, waistcoat, breeches, and stockings. He holds a rolled document in his right hand. The material appears to be wood, polished to a dark brown color. The figure stands upright on a rectangular base, detailed in clothing and facial features. The sculpture is life-sized, with a firm stance and stoic expression, showcasing detailed facial hair and hair curls under the hat.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and gouache on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 42.1 x 33 cm (16 9/16 x 13 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8149

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: FRANCES / LICHTEN

Wikidata ID

Q64562282

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