Cigar Store Indian

1935/1942

John Davis

Associated Names
John Davis

Artist, American, 1908 - 1961

The sculpture depicts a figure in traditional Indigenous American attire. The figure has intricate details including a headdress with tall, colorful feathers standing upright, and a garment with layers of earthy colors such as reds, browns, and greens. The sculpture is made of painted wood, giving it a vibrant appearance with a polished surface. The figure stands on a squared pedestal, with one arm raised and the other resting at its side, giving it a dynamic and authoritative stance.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and pen and ink on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 50.7 x 36.3 cm (19 15/16 x 14 5/16 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 69" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.16962

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64582369

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