Andiron (Marching Hessian)

1935/1942

Cushman Parker

Associated Names
Cushman Parker

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The sculpture depicts a young boy in a walking pose. He is dressed in a historical or possibly military style, wearing a long coat with intricate detailing, tight-fitting pants, and a helmet with a crest on top. The color of the sculpture is a mix of muted earth tones, predominantly in shades of brown and ochre, with hints of blue and grey. The material appears to be wood, with a visible texture and finish. The boy's face is detailed with a neutral expression, and his posture is confident with his hands inserted in the pockets of his coat. A supporting bracket extends from the back of the sculpture to a flat surface, suggesting it is designed for wall mounting or display.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 40.6 x 30.7 cm (16 x 12 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8229


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1950

  • Christensen, Erwin O., The Index of American Design, New York: 1950, p. 53, no. 101.

Wikidata ID

Q64540631

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