Head Pieces

1935/1942

Melita Hofmann

Associated Names
Melita Hofmann

Artist, American, 1907 - 1976

The image contains six rectangular shapes arranged in two rows, each with a pair of semi-circular arch shapes at the bottom. The first rectangle includes concentric lines suggesting a face. The second rectangle is colored in earth tones with triangular patterns. The third rectangle showcases a series of diamonds and triangles. The fourth rectangle displays zigzag patterns. The fifth rectangle has a subtle rectangular gradient. The final rectangle features a triangular shape over a semi-circle.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite and colored pencil on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 18 x 21 cm (7 1/16 x 8 1/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.12069


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

upper center verso in graphite: Head pieces Painted Wood / Average Ht. 14" / Lagnna Rio Grande Pueblos / 5-8 SW CAL Hall / by Militia Hoffmann

Wikidata ID

Q64614405

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