Sketch of Figurehead

1935/1942

American 20th Century

Associated Names
American 20th Century

Artist

The image displays an incomplete and sketchy rendering of an individual facing forward. The facial features include rough lines for the eyes, nose, and mouth, with dark, short hair around the head. The person is wearing a loose garment, with outlined folds of fabric. The painting includes color swatches and words for details and is set against a plain background of a large sheet of paper with scattered words and color swatches.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 33.9 x 27.3 cm (13 3/8 x 10 3/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.16965

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64535247