Cigar Store Indian

c. 1940

Walter Hochstrasser

Associated Names
Walter Hochstrasser

Artist, American, born Switzerland, 1901 - 1975

The sculpture is of a man with a confident posture, depicted in a dynamic stance with one arm raised. He wears a headdress with plume-like elements, a skirt-like garment with red, green, and gold hues, and decorative attire across his chest. The sculpture has a warm brown tone, resembling carved wood, and stands on a small circular base. It appears to be made of painted wood with a textured appearance and color variance. The viewer can observe the sculpture in full detail, appreciating its intricate detailing and expressive posture in a confined space.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, colored pencil, and heightening on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 44 x 29.8 cm (17 5/16 x 11 3/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.10105


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64634073

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