Shysie, a 1973 oil pastel by R.C. Gorman, presents a seated Navajo woman enveloped in a striking blue shawl adorned with golden-saffron threads woven throughout the textile. The figure’s downturned gaze and inward focus create a mood of profound contemplation, while her bare feet emerge beneath the flowing fabric. Gorman’s masterful handling of the cool blue palette, punctuated by warm golden accents, creates a luminous, almost ethereal quality. The intricate patterning of the textile is rendered with delicate precision, celebrating the artisanal beauty of Navajo weaving traditions. A must-have for collectors of Gorman oil pastels, Southwest figurative art, and works honoring Native American craftsmanship.
Oil Pastel, Original
Shysie
1973 R.C. Gorman oil pastel — Shysie, a seated Navajo woman in a cobalt blue shawl woven with saffron gold threads. Signed cool-palette 1970s collector pastel original.
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Oil Pastel: A direct original medium with dense pigment, soft blending, and visible hand-applied texture.
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