Figurehead

c. 1937

Joseph Goldberg

Associated Names
Joseph Goldberg

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The sculpture depicts a female bust crafted from brown wood. It features the upper part of a woman's torso, neck, and head with hair styled back and adorned with a decorative element at the top. There are intricate carvings around her shoulders resembling leaves or floral patterns. The sculpture is mounted on a rectangular wooden shaft. The bust's surface is smooth with detailed carvings, showcasing skilled craftsmanship. The natural wood grain adds texture and depth to the piece.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 49.7 x 32.7 cm (19 9/16 x 12 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.9886

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design. New York: 1970: 7.

Wikidata ID

Q64591171

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