Carved Soldier

c. 1939

Samuel W. Ford

Associated Names
Samuel W. Ford

Artist, American, c. 1905 - 1957

The sculpture depicts a soldier standing upright, wearing a historical military uniform. The uniform consists of a long coat in a muted brownish-yellow color with red accents on the shoulders and buttons down the front. The soldier is holding a rifle with a bayonet, which is positioned alongside his body. The figure is wearing a dark blue military cap with a yellow tassel, and his trousers are dark with a red stripe down the side. The sculpture appears to be made from painted wood. The soldier stands on a small, uneven base resembling rocky terrain. The styling and attire suggest it is a representation from an era reminiscent of the 19th century.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 35.6 x 24.7 cm (14 x 9 3/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.10186


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: Sam W. Ford Del - 550

Wikidata ID

Q64630443

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