Soldier Figure

c. 1936

Joseph Rothenberg

Associated Names
Joseph Rothenberg

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The sculpture features a standing soldier holding a long rifle vertically at his side. The soldier is depicted in a formal military uniform with a tall hat, double-breasted coat, and high boots. The sculpture is rendered in a grey scale and the soldier stands on a round, tiered pedestal. The sculpture conveys formality and attention to detail, portraying the soldier in historical military attire with a stance that conveys readiness and discipline.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite and heightening on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29 x 23.6 cm (11 7/16 x 9 5/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.9918

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Joseph Rothenberg

Wikidata ID

Q64591351

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