Hand Puppet Boxer

c. 1936

David Ramage

Associated Names
David Ramage

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image depicts a puppet with a full-body view, positioned upright with its arm stubs slightly extended outward. It has a large head with painted facial features including eyes, a nose, and a mouth. The puppet's hair is represented by brown coloring around the top of the head. It is clothed in a green garment that drapes loosely like a robe, covering the body except for the hands. There are no visible accessories or objects. The background is plain with a light beige color.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 48.8 x 37.9 cm (19 3/16 x 14 15/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 18" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.15716


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: David Ramage

Wikidata ID

Q64540879

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