DECO212 Katchina Harpo Painting

One of a kind piece - Navajo handcraft

Richard Gorman is a Navajo artist whose work draws deeply on the cultural and spiritual richness of Native Americans. He skillfully combines tradition and modernity, depicting ancestral symbols such as Kachinas, emblematic spiritual figures, through vibrant paintings and sculptures. His unique work reflects both a deep respect for his cultural roots and a personal artistic expression, full of emotion and meaning.

In this painting, the Sunface kachina radiates in the center, symbolizing light and harmony. Its bright colors, blending orange, blue, red, black, and white, stand out against a reddish-orange background, evoking the power of the sun and the beauty of the Navajo sky. Each stroke seems to dance in the light. The figure combines mystery and modernity, evoking the spirit of the desert.

Sunface, the sun god and symbol of life, is an emblematic figure in Native American culture. Omnipresent in Navajo crafts and jewelry, he embodies warmth, light, and the balance between earth and sky.

The artist's discreet signature unites the ancient spirit of the Kachina Sunface with his own vision, creating a sincere emotion.

Painting: Acrylic
Dimensions of the canvas on frame (in cm): 15.5cm x 15.5cm 
(6.1/8 inch x 6.1/8 inch)

Navajo painting, proudly handmade in the USA.