Figurine

c. 1937

Mina Lowry

Associated Names
Mina Lowry

Artist, American, born Canada, 1894 - 1942

The sculpture features a small angelic figure, known as a cherub, depicted kneeling with its arms crossed over its chest. The cherub has wings that curve gracefully from its back and a head full of intricately carved curls. The sculpture is a muted earthy color, suggesting it could be made from a type of stone or painted in natural tones to closely mimic stone. The figure stands on a rectangular pedestal, which provides a stable base and elevates the subject slightly. The cherub's expression is calm, and the detailed carving highlights a sense of gentle intricacy, making the sculpture appear delicate and quite life-like, despite its small size.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29 x 22.8 cm (11 7/16 x 9 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.9938


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Mina Lowry.

Wikidata ID

Q64617801

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