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Self-Portrait

Object Details

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Eugenie Gershoy modeled this piece in 1975 as part of her series of artists’ portraits. In these sculptures, each artist is shown at work in his or her profession. Gershoy is depicted without tools and appears to be gesturing to the viewer. She may be describing something or working on a large sculpture that cannot be seen.
Data Source
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Artist
Eugenie Gershoy, born Krivoi Rog, Russia 1901-died 1986
Sitter
Eugenie Gershoy
Eugenie Gershoy
Date
1975
Credit Line
Smithsonian American Art Museum, Museum purchase through the Director's Discretionary Fund
Medium
bronze/cast
Dimensions
18 3/8 x 7 1/8 x 6 1/4 in. (46.7 x 18.1 x 15.9 cm.)
Type
Sculpture
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