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"Straight Up And Scratchin'" J. Mora Lithograph

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:50.00 USD Estimated At:400.00 - 800.00 USD
 Straight Up And Scratchin'  J. Mora Lithograph
For your consideration is the J J Mora Lithograph reproduction, "Straight Up And Scratchin'". Joseph (Jo) Jacinto Mora (1876-1947) was a Uruguayan-born American cowboy, photographer, artist, author, cartoonist, illustrator, painter, muralist, etcher, map maker, saddlemaker, sculptor, coin designer, and historian who lived with the Hopi and Navajo Indians of Arizona from 1904-1906. During this time he took photographs, painted and otherwise recorded the daily life of these Native Americans, including the Hopi Snake Dance. He learned the Native languages and made detailed drawings of what he observed. In his later years he lived in Monterey-Carmel, California and wrote about his experiences in California. He has been called the "Renaissance Man of the West". This reproduced lithograph is in wonderful condition, the colors and details featured are clean and striking. J J Mora signature noted at bottom right, title at center bottom, "Straight Up And Scratchin'", printer name and copyright at bottom left. Professionally framed and archival mounted AARNUN Gallery Pasadena, CA. Provenance information attached to backside. Matted & stained hardwood frame is in good overall condition. Left frame leg stain marring, no other obvious marring noted. Visible art measures 18"W x 23.75"L, frame is 24"W x 29.75"L