Cigar Store Indian

1935/1942

Adele Brooks

Associated Names
Adele Brooks

Artist, American, c. 1874 - 1943

The sculpture depicts a male figure standing upright, wearing traditional garments. The figure has long dark hair, an ornament on the head, and a medallion around the neck. The upper body is mostly bare with a red drapery covering one shoulder and falling down the right side. The lower part is covered with a blue cloth. The sculpture is painted in naturalistic colors, with skin tones, red for the drapery, and muted blue for the lower garment. The sculpture is detailed and stands on a stone-like base. The figure's expression is neutral, with one arm bent forward and the other by his side, presenting a confident posture.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 43 x 27.3 cm (16 15/16 x 10 3/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.17196


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: Adele Brooks

Wikidata ID

Q64533299

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