Cigar Store Indian c. 1937

This watercolor painting by John Sullivan, created around 1937, depicts a "Cigar Store Indian". These figures were once commonly used as storefront advertising for tobacco shops. The detailed painting captures the intricate details of the figure's clothing and headdress, including the colorful feathers and elaborate embroidery. The painting is a reminder of a bygone era when these figures were a familiar sight in American cities.