Nellie Begay, a 1989 R.C. Gorman bronze, issued in an edition of 10, belongs to the artist’s celebrated gallery catalog. Cast bronze gave R.C. Gorman a way to give his beloved figures physical presence — the same sweeping forms of his drawings, rendered in metal and issued in limited editions.
Like the rest of the gallery’s holdings, this work reflects Gorman’s devotion to the Native American women and Southwest landscapes that made his name. Cast bronzes sit well on pedestals, mantels, and entry tables, where the piece can be walked around and enjoyed in the round. A strong addition to collections of Native American fine art, bronze work, and the art of the Southwest.
Questions about this piece — condition, framing, or display — are welcome; the gallery team is happy to help.
