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R.C. Gorman Sculptures

American, 1931-2005

Rudolph Carl Gorman was an American artist, born on July 26, 1931, in Canyon de Chelly, Arizona. He was raised in a traditional hogan, on the Navajo Reservation. He became one of the Southwest USA's most famous and celebrated Native American artists. His signature works were Navajo women in a variety of poses. Referred to as the Picasso of American Indian Artists by The New York Times, his paintings are primarily of Native American women and characterized by fluid forms and vibrant colors, though he also worked in sculpture, ceramics and stone lithography. In 1973, the Metropolitan Museum of Art included several Rudolph’s works in an exhibition on Native American art and in 1986, Harvard University honored him for his notable contributions to American art and Native American culture. His admirers included Andy Warhol, who painted him on several occasions and who was among the many celebrities, who collected his art. He was also the author of a series of popular cookbooks. Gorman died on November 3, 2005, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

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Artist: R.C. Gorman
Chili Verde, Nude Folk Art Ceramic Dish by RC Gorman
Chili Verde, Nude Folk Art Ceramic Dish by RC Gorman

Chili Verde, Nude Folk Art Ceramic Dish by RC Gorman

By R.C. Gorman

Located in Long Island City, NY

Limited edition cast ceramic dish with a hand-carved image of a nude woman tapering into the shape of a chili pepper. This sculpture by Indigenous American artist RC Gorman is signed...

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1990s Folk Art R.C. Gorman Sculptures

Materials

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“Night Song, 1991”
“Night Song, 1991”

“Night Song, 1991”

By R.C. Gorman

Located in Warren, NJ

R.C. Gorman “Night Song, 1991” ceramic vase . In good condition some minor paint loss . measures 18x12

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20th Century R.C. Gorman Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

“Chamisa“
“Chamisa“

“Chamisa“

By R.C. Gorman

Located in Warren, NJ

This is an RC Gorman ceramic vase signed and numbered “chamisa”. In good condition minor wear on the vase no breaks or cracks .. Measures 19x9. Out of 150 made

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20th Century R.C. Gorman Sculptures

Materials

Oil

“Taos mountain”
“Taos mountain”

“Taos mountain”

By R.C. Gorman

Located in Warren, NJ

RC Gorman pottery vase signed and numbered “Taos mountain” large. In good condition measures 26 1/2 by 19

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20th Century R.C. Gorman Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

"Laughing Sisters" by R. C. Gorman signed bronze sculpture on wooden base
"Laughing Sisters" by R. C. Gorman signed bronze sculpture on wooden base

"Laughing Sisters" by R. C. Gorman signed bronze sculpture on wooden base

By R.C. Gorman

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"Laughing Sisters" bronze sculpture on wooden base by artist R. C. Gorman. Signed R.C. Gorman, dated '81 and annotated E.P.I. near base. Artist's proof Edition Press Impression aside...

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1980s Tribal R.C. Gorman Sculptures

Materials

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“The Joke State ii”
“The Joke State ii”

“The Joke State ii”

By R.C. Gorman

Located in Warren, NJ

This is an RC Gorman ceramic vase signed and numbered “The Joke State ii”. In good condition. Measures 10x9

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20th Century R.C. Gorman Sculptures

Materials

Clay

Chili Rojo, Nude Folk Art Ceramic Dish by RC Gorman
Chili Rojo, Nude Folk Art Ceramic Dish by RC Gorman

Chili Rojo, Nude Folk Art Ceramic Dish by RC Gorman

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Located in Long Island City, NY

Limited edition cast ceramic dish with a hand-carved image of a nude woman tapering into the shape of a chili pepper. This sculpture by Indigenous American artist RC Gorman is signed...

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1990s Folk Art R.C. Gorman Sculptures

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R.c. Gorman sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic R.C. Gorman sculptures available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing the collection of sculptures to introduce a pop of color in a neutral corner of your living room or bedroom, you can find work that includes elements of orange and other colors. You can also browse by medium to find art by R.C. Gorman in ceramic, bronze, clay and more. Not every interior allows for large R.C. Gorman sculptures, so small editions measuring 9 inches across are available. R.C. Gorman sculptures prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $750 and tops out at $4,500, while the average work can sell for $2,000.