Wood Carving - "Hexafoos"

c. 1941

William Fergusson

Associated Names
William Fergusson

Artist, American, c. 1862 - unknown

This is a drawing of a sculpted face with exaggerated features and a decorative collar. The artwork shows a highly detailed and expressive sculptural head with pronounced features such as wide, open eyes, a broad grin, and multiple creases around the eyes and forehead. The face is framed by a large, intricate ruffled collar, adding drama to the piece. The drawing uses strong lines and shading to create depth and dimension, emphasizing the intense expression and texture of the face. The style captures a theatrical and somewhat humorous essence, typical of caricature or grotesque sculptural works.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    graphite and colored pencil on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 31.4 x 41.9 cm (12 3/8 x 16 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.10172


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64636814

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