Figurehead

c. 1937

Louis Plogsted

Associated Names
Louis Plogsted

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The sculpture is a bust of a woman with a detailed hairstyle and head adornment. It is made of dark brown wood, with intricate features such as coiffed hair, facial details, and a draped garment. A scroll or leaf pattern is carved on her shoulder. The woman has a composed expression, facing forward in a regal posture.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 33.4 x 24.3 cm (13 1/8 x 9 9/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.9882

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64593997

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