Cigar Store Figure

1935/1942

Robert Pohle

Associated Names
Robert Pohle

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The sculpture depicts a human figure wearing traditional attire which includes a turban and a long robe. The clothing is painted in rich colors, with a red robe, a blue turban, and hints of gold and beige. The figure is standing on a rectangular base with the inscription "A. Ogden & Co" clearly visible. The sculpture appears to be made of wood, as indicated by the texture and color. The figure stands upright on the base, suggesting it is meant to be eye-catching or decorative. The overall look is detailed and colorful, with the figure's posture being formal and dignified.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, pen and ink, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 44.6 x 35.5 cm (17 9/16 x 14 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.17191


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

2002

  • Drawing on America's Past: Folk Art, Modernism, and the Index of American Design. Exh. cat. National Gallery of Art, Washington, 2002-2003: no. 70.

Wikidata ID

Q64629064

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