Janis St I

Janis St I, 1984 serigraph by R.C. Gorman, portrays a woman viewed from behind, her figure enveloped in a richly textured Navajo blanket or shawl rendered in deep mauve and burgundy tones with a striking pink lining and dramatic red fringe at the hem. Her head is bowed slightly, dark hair visible at the nape of her neck, while her earrings—turquoise or aquamarine—catch the light against her warm skin tone. The neutral brown background creates a gallery-like setting that emphasizes the luminous quality of the textile and the figure’s dignified posture. The serigraph’s bold color separations and clean edges showcase Gorman’s mastery of this printmaking technique. This First State captures an intimate moment of cultural identity and material beauty. Essential for collectors of Gorman serigraphs, Navajo textile imagery, and fine art prints celebrating Southwest tradition.