Tradesman's Sign: Highlander

1935/1942

American 20th Century

Associated Names
The sculpture depicts a male figure dressed in traditional Scottish attire, including a tartan-patterned hat and socks, and a kilt with a sporran. The figure is adorned with gold epaulettes on a red jacket, detailed with blue trim and yellow buttons. His attire is complemented by a sash. The sculpture is painted in realistic colors, highlighting the textures and patterns of the traditional dress. The material of the sculpture appears to be painted ceramic or plaster, providing a smooth yet slightly glossy finish. The figure stands upright with an arm extended and is mounted on a sturdy rectangular base.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 47.4 x 36.1 cm (18 11/16 x 14 3/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.10195


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1950

  • Christensen, Erwin O., The Index of American Design, New York: 1950, p. 66, no. 123.

1970

  • Hornung, Clarence P., Treasury of American Design. New York, 1970: 62, pl. 160.

Wikidata ID

Q64535058

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