Emil Hagen

American, 1894 - 1975

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The sculpture depicts a standing figure of a man dressed in a colorful outfit. The subject is wearing a detailed headdress adorned with red and green feathers. The face of the sculpture is brown. The attire includes a red cape, a garment with green detailing, a golden-colored belt and skirt, and gold-toned leggings. The figure is holding an object in the right hand. The sculpture stands upright, facing forward, presenting a commanding posture.
Emil Hagen, Cigar Store Indian, c. 1939, watercolor, graphite, gouache, and pen and ink on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.8106

Cigar Store Indian

Emil Hagen · c. 1939 · watercolor, graphite, gouache, and pen and ink on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.8106

The image depicts a wooden rocking chair with a woven seat. The chair is shown at a slight angle, with its left leg closer to the viewer. The chair has a ladder-back design with three horizontal slats on the backrest. The wood is a rich brown color, and the seat is woven with a pattern of red and black. The rocking rails are visible beneath the chair. The background is plain and light-colored, emphasizing the chair's colors and details.
Emil Hagen, Shaker Chair, c. 1938, watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard, Index of American Design, 1943.8.13739

Shaker Chair

Emil Hagen · c. 1938 · watercolor, graphite, and colored pencil on paperboard ·  Accession ID  1943.8.13739