Cigar Store Indian

c. 1937

Alice Stearns

Associated Names
Alice Stearns

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The sculpture depicts a figure standing upright with a hand on its hip and the other hand holding a small object close to its chest. This figure is adorned with an elaborate headdress adorned with feathers. The figure wears a knee-length garment, a sash around the waist, and decorated bands on the arms and legs. The sculpture is crafted from a material that allows for a smooth finish, likely painted wood, with subtle tones of pink, grey, and beige. It stands on a textured rectangular base that resembles a wooden plinth. The pose of the figure is regal and poised, captured in a slightly angled view from the front and side, showcasing the details of its attire and adornments.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 44.8 x 35.8 cm (17 5/8 x 14 1/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.9947


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64534497

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