Figurehead

1935/1942

John W. Kelleher

Associated Names
John W. Kelleher

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a bust of a man, cut off at the shoulders, with a side profile view of his head and upper torso. He is depicted in a left-facing profile with a neutral facial expression. The man has a prominent nose, sideburns, and short, curly dark hair. His clothing suggests formal attire, with an elaborate coat featuring intricate designs and a red medal or pin on the chest. The bust is against a plain, light-colored background with no other objects present.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 37.4 x 28 cm (14 3/4 x 11 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.17984

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64584464

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