Cigar Store Indian

c. 1937

Walter Hochstrasser

Associated Names
Walter Hochstrasser

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1901 - 1975

The sculpture depicts a figure of a woman dressed in traditional attire, with feathers adorning a headpiece, a necklace, and a detailed costume. The woman is holding a bundle in the crook of one arm, and in the other hand, she appears to be holding something cylindrical. The sculpture displays a variety of colors, with earth tones dominating the ensemble. The feathers in the headpiece showcase shades of green, brown, and orange, while the dress features elements of brown, yellow, and red, accented by blue on the sash-like element draped on one side. She stands on a rectangular base, which resembles a wooden pedestal. The material of the sculpture appears to mimic a painted wood finish, characterized by its smooth texture and realistic painted details that bring out the facial features and attire intricacies.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 75.2 x 48.5 cm (29 5/8 x 19 1/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 57 1/2" high; 37 3/4" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.7695


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in graphite: HOCHSTRASSER

Wikidata ID

Q64634035

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