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R. C. Gorman, Artist Proof Color Lithograph, Mimbres Woman, Signed

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R. C. Gorman, Artist Proof Color Lithograph, Mimbres Woman, Signed
This original lithograph titled Mimbres Woman by R. C. Gorman features the artist's iconic portrayal of a serene Native American woman seated beside a traditional Mimbres bowl adorned with a stylized fish motif. Executed in 1989, the composition emphasizes Gorman's signature use of flowing forms, soft pastels, and minimalist linework, celebrating Indigenous beauty and heritage. R. C. Gorman was a celebrated Navajo artist known as the Picasso of American Indian artists. Renowned for his depictions of Native American women, Gorman worked primarily in lithography, drawing, and sculpture. His art reflects influences from his Navajo heritage, Mexican muralists, and modernist techniques, creating a uniquely stylized and sensual aesthetic. He was the first Native American artist to have his work featured at the Smithsonian Institution and opened the first Native-owned fine art gallery in the U.S., the Navajo Gallery in Taos, New Mexico. This piece is hand-signed and dated in pencil by the artist, annotated as an Artist's Proof (AP 15), making it a rare and desirable variant apart from the regular edition. Elegantly presented in a peach-toned double mat with a light wood frame, the artwork is a graceful homage to Southwestern culture and feminine strength.

Artist: R. C. Gorman (Navajo-American 1931-2005)
Issued: 1989
Dimensions: 43.25"L x 49.50"H
Edition Number: Artist Proof (AP 15)
Country of Origin: USA

Condition: Age related wear.