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c. 1939

Selma Sandler

Associated Names
Selma Sandler

Artist, American, 1917 - 2005

The sculpture depicts a firefighter wearing a traditional uniform and a brimmed hat. The figure is posed with one hand on its hip and the other on a fire hydrant. The sculpture is made of dark bronze, highlighting its textures and details. It is small and placed against a plain background. The base under the firefighter is textured, possibly representing ground or soil.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 29.1 x 22.8 cm (11 7/16 x 9 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 6" high; 3 3/8" wide

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.12606

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: S. Sandler

Wikidata ID

Q64630714

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