Santo, Bulto (Our Lady)

1938

Polly Duncan

Associated Names
Polly Duncan

Artist, American, c. 1914 - unknown

The sculpture depicts a standing human figure with long hair tied back, wearing a long garment. The upper part is dark, contrasting with a vibrant red skirt that extends to the base. Around the neck, there is a garland composed of pale-colored flowers or leaves. The sculpture appears to be painted, enhancing its hues of red, dark gray, green, and brown. The figure stands on a rectangular base with a textured surface. The posture is static, with arms gently bent and hands facing downwards.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, graphite, and heightening on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 56 x 40.6 cm (22 1/16 x 16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 26 1/2"high; Scale=3/4"=1"

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.6941

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in black ink: Polly Duncan '38

Wikidata ID

Q64619710

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