Cigar Store Indian

c. 1946

Albert Ryder

Associated Names
Albert Ryder

Artist, American, 1911 - 2001

The sculpture depicts a figure of a Native American man, standing upright with arms crossed over his chest. He is wearing traditional attire, including a headdress with white, red, and blue feathers. His garment is painted predominantly in red, with accents of white and blue. His lower half shows leggings and moccasins in shades of brown and red. The figure is positioned on a red base, with a small cylindrical object placed beside his foot. This sculpture is crafted from wood, and the painted surface gives it a colorful and vivid appearance. The figure appears solemn and dignified, looking directly at the viewer with an expression that is calm and unwavering.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 43.6 x 34.4 cm (17 3/16 x 13 9/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.10000


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64533964

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