American Art Cigar Store Indian Made in United States, North and Central AmericaLate 19th century Artist/maker unknown, American Probably pine (originally painted) * Gallery 109, American Art, first floor 1950-92-85 Bequest of Lisa Norris Elkins, 1950 |
LabelThe image of the American Indian became popular in American art at the end of the nineteenth century, when the era of western settlement was drawing to a close. Already associated with the introduction of tobacco to Europeans, Native Americans were often depicted in American tobacco advertisements.* Works in the collection are moved off view for many different reasons. Although gallery locations on the website are updated regularly, there is no guarantee that this object will be on display on the day of your visit. |
