Bulto (Wooden Figure of Saint)

1935/1942

E. Boyd

Associated Names
E. Boyd

Artist, American, 1903 - 1974

The image shows a stylized figure standing in a three-quarter view. The left hand is extended slightly forward and the right arm rests on their side. The figure has a smooth face with a serene expression and long, wavy brown hair pulled back. The eyes are almond-shaped, and the lips are painted softly. The person is dressed in a long, elaborately patterned garment with vibrant geometric designs in red, black, and cream. Over one shoulder, a blue and red wrap drapes down over the figure's torso and arm. The figure wears a simple necklace with a visible pendant. The background is plain cream-colored.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, graphite, and heightening on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 37 x 28.4 cm (14 9/16 x 11 3/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 21"high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.6804


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: E Boyd

Wikidata ID

Q64556065

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