Circus Wagon Figure

c. 1939

John Matulis

Associated Names
John Matulis

Artist, American, 1910 - 2000

The sculpture depicts a female figure in flowing drapery, appearing in motion with her left leg stepping forward and her right arm missing. Colored in yellow and golden-brown, the material could be wood or painted plaster. It showcases detailed carving of dress folds and hair waves, resembling ancient figures. The figure conveys dynamic movement and is labeled as a "Circus Wagon Figure" at the base, implying its past use as circus wagon decor.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, colored pencil, and gouache on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 59.8 x 25.4 cm (23 9/16 x 10 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 50" High

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8030

Artwork history & notes

Exhibition History

1995

  • Wood and Wood Carving from the Index of American Design, Pensacola Museum of Art, 1995, no cat.

Bibliography

1950

  • Christensen, Erwin O., The Index of American Design, New York: 1950, p. 154, no. 303.

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design, New York: 1970, p. 603, no. 2160.

Inscriptions

lower center in watercolor: CIRCUS WAGON FIGURE

Wikidata ID

Q64583785

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