Wooden Indian

c. 1936

Elmer G. Anderson

Associated Names
Elmer G. Anderson

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The sculpture features a man in historical attire, including a feathered hat, tunic, and cloak. One foot is raised on a small platform. The sculpture is colored in earthy tones and appears to be made of textured material, such as wood or stone. It is set on a simple base, giving the impression of nobility or leadership.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 34.7 x 24.2 cm (13 11/16 x 9 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.9996

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

across bottom in graphite: ELMER ANDERSON + 1/6 FULL SIZE

Wikidata ID

Q64559103

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