Paul Manship, Indian Hunter with Boy and Dog, 1964, bronze on marble base, 9 3⁄8 x 6 1⁄2 x 5 3⁄4 in. (23.9 x 16.5 x 14.5 cm), Smithsonian American Art Museum, Bequest of Paul Manship, 1966.47.88
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Artwork Details
- Title
- Indian Hunter with Boy and Dog
- Artist
- Date
- 1964
- Location
- Dimensions
- 9 3⁄8 x 6 1⁄2 x 5 3⁄4 in. (23.9 x 16.5 x 14.5 cm)
- Credit Line
- Bequest of Paul Manship
- Mediums Description
- bronze on marble base
- Classifications
- Subjects
- Animal — dog
- Indian
- Figure group — male and child
- Occupation — hunter
- Object Number
- 1966.47.88
Artwork Description
Paul Manship created many models of Native American hunters, including one for a fountain in Cochran Memorial Park in St. Paul, completed in 1926. The subject was a favorite of the artist’s because it reminded him of his childhood in rural Minnesota, and he returned to it often throughout his career. In these sculptures the determined expressions and animated poses of the figures evoke the excitement of the chase.