Cigar Store Indian

c. 1936

Walter Hochstrasser

Associated Names
Walter Hochstrasser

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1901 - 1975

The sculpture depicts a Native American figure standing on a rectangular base. The subject is dressed in traditional attire, featuring a headdress adorned with colorful feathers in shades of green, yellow, and red. The figure is captured in a dynamic pose with one arm raised, holding an object, while the other is placed at its waist. The attire includes a tunic and skirt with textured details that suggest fabric and possibly leather materials. The entire sculpture appears to be made of wood, as evidenced by the carved and painted surface that reflects earthy tones such as browns and greens. The figure is proportionate and stands upright.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, graphite, and heightening on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.5 x 24.5 cm (14 x 9 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.10040


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64634062

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