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Tradesman's Sign: Chinese Man

c. 1939

Ingrid Selmer-Larsen

Associated Names

Ingrid Selmer-Larsen

Artist, American, 1913 - 2005

The sculpture depicts an individual wearing traditional Chinese garments. The figure is dressed in a colorful layered outfit that includes a blue robe with red and gold accents, alongside an undergarment that appears to be yellow. The sculpture captures the individual in a dynamic pose with arms slightly extended and hands outstretched. The figure stands on a rectangular base.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 55.8 x 38.5 cm (21 15/16 x 15 3/16 in.)
Accession Number

1943.8.10342

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64574831

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