Ancient Artifacts & Antiquities
Lot 469:
5 Prints from "Pueblo Indian Painting" 1932 - Signed by the Artists : Awa Tsireh, Miguel Martinez &
5 Portfolio Native American Prints from 1932 – Signed by the Artists : Awa Tsireh, Miguel Martinez & Shije. These folio sized prints were published in France by C. Szwedzicki in 1932 – The folio was called "Pueblo Indian Painting". This folio included 50 reproductions of watercolor paintings by Native American artists from the New Mexican Pueblos of San Ildefonso and Sia. The works were reproduced using the pochoir process, a labor-intensive method where separate stencils are used for each color. As shown in photos they have some age toning, blemishes and edge wear. 2 prints are by Awa Tsireh. Awa Tsireh 1898-1955, also known as Alfonso Roybal or Cattail Bird, was a San Ildefonso Pueblo painter from New Mexico. He is celebrated for his watercolor paintings that blend traditional Pueblo art with modernist influences. His work often features stylized forms and vibrant colors, depicting scenes of Pueblo life, ceremonies, and landscapes. Awa Tsireh’s art represents a unique encounter between the art traditions of Native American Pueblo peoples and the American modernist style that emerged in the early 20th century. His paintings have been exhibited in major museums, including the Smithsonian American Art Museum. 1 Print by Velino Shije Herrera.Velino Shije Herrera, also known as Ma Pe Wi or Red Bird, was a Zia Pueblo painter from New Mexico. Born in 1902, he was a self-taught artist whose work gained recognition for its vibrant depictions of Pueblo life, ceremonies, and landscapes1. Herrera’s art often blended traditional Pueblo themes with modernist influences, making him a significant figure in the Native American art movement. 2 prints by Miguel Martinez. Miguel Martinez painting published by Szwdzicki Miguel Martinez’s paintings were published by C. Szwedzicki in a folio titled "Pueblo Indian Painting" in 1932. These folio prints measure 192/8 by 15 1/4" Pueblo Indian Painting folio published by C. Szwedzicki in 1932 featured signed works by the artists so these are all signed pieces.
Condition: Authentic
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