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Hand Puppet - Policeman

c. 1936

Elmer Weise

Associated Names

Elmer Weise

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This image features a figure standing sideways. The figure has an elongated face with minimalistic facial features, short dark hair under a cap, and a loose-fitting blue garment. The garment has wide sleeves and a simple shape that reaches the ground. There is a round emblem or badge on the cap. The background is plain beige.

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Artwork overview

Medium

watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard
Credit Line

Index of American Design
Dimensions

overall: 41.9 x 27.3 cm (16 1/2 x 10 3/4 in.)
Original IAD Object: 13" high
Accession Number

1943.8.15691

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower left in black ink: ELMER / WEISE

Wikidata ID

Q64559261

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