Figurehead

c. 1940

Joseph Goldberg

Associated Names
Joseph Goldberg

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The sculpture is a bust of a man in a military uniform. The man has a solemn expression and his hair is styled neatly. The sculpture is made of a material resembling painted wood, featuring skin tones for the face, shadows, and highlights. The uniform is painted black and dark green, with a brown-yellowish sash across the chest. Gold epaulettes are on the shoulders. The bust appears lifelike, with realistic facial features and details. It is mounted on a simple circular base supporting the upper torso and head, suggesting it is a commemorative piece.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 53.9 x 37.8 cm (21 1/4 x 14 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.9755


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64591166

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