R.C. Gorman
Celebrating the Gift of Art
Monarch
By R.C. Gorman
Limited Edition Stone Lithograph
Edition number 52/175
Image size: 19.5” X 25”
Framed size: 25” X 25”
Drawing begun: December 29, 1992
Edition signed: July 9, 1993
Stone destroyed
First and only owners purchased October 1, 1993
Current Value quoted from R.C. Gorman Navajo Galleries in Scottsdale and Taos
$6,500.00
AVA invites you to a night of enrichment and celebration as we join Robert Sahd for a discussion about R.C. Gorman, a Native American artist of the Navajo Nation referred to as "the Picasso of American Indian artists" by The New York Times, [1]
A wonderful gift to AVA, Gorman’s Monarch displays 69 rich variations of color of vermillion, violet, blues, and more in the seated young Navajo woman contemplating a lovely monarch butterfly perched upon a stalk of bachelor buttons. This lovely image is 19" x 25" encased in a tasteful multi-wood frame 36" x 31". Monarch is currently on display at AVA and available for bidding online at https://gormanatava.ggo.bid/bidding/package/13464518 through June 28th at 7pm.
This awe-inspiring gift to AVA marks the beginning of a new fundraising program which encourages supporters and art collectors to consider donating distinguished art items for auction to help support AVA's mission of enriching lives by creating the bridge between the visual arts and our community. Viewers with an interest in learning more about AVA's Donated Art program can contact staff at 307-682-9133.
Join us for a "streaming event" on Tuesday, June 15 at 6pm to discuss the artworks and cultural impact of R.C. Gorman and to speak with Robert Sahd, representative for the R.C. Gorman estate and Navajo Gallery in Taos, NM. Visit AVA in-person at 509 West 2nd Street in Gillette, WY or on ZOOM to participate in a fun night of education and celebration!
To register for the ZOOM Streaming event, go to:
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwkdeGhpjwuEtMFOlFEGX4mamWdY-nVyxDv
Celebrating the Gift of Art
A new fundraising program in support of art access for our community.
One very generous supporter of AVA has donated a fabulous and colorful original lithograph by a famous Southwest artist in order to raise funds. The visionary R.C. Gorman created beautiful, unique paintings since the early 1960’s, winning numerous awards and hanging in countless U.S. and overseas galleries. Sometimes called ‘eccentric’, Gorman lived large and became known for his sense of vibrant color, composition, confidence and humor. His commitment to perfection is illustrated in his own style of rounded, brilliantly vivid female Navajo subjects, while often incorporating natural objects into his focused, unified scenes. Always fresh, crisp, defined and refined, his paintings spell-cast viewers.
A wonderful gift to AVA, Gorman’s Monarch displays 69 rich variations of color of vermillion, violet, blues, and more in the seated young Navajo woman contemplating a lovely monarch butterfly perched upon a stalk of bachelor buttons. This lovely image is 19" x 25" encased in a tasteful multi-wood frame 36" x 31".
This piece is awe-inspiring and this event marks the beginning of a new fundraising program at AVA which encourages supporters and art collectors to consider donating distinguished art items for auction to help support AVA's mission of enriching lives by creating the bridge between the visual arts and our community. Viewers with an interest in learning more about AVA's Donated Art program can contact staff at 307-682-9133.
Monarch will be on display in AVA Gallery June 1 through June 28, 2021. AVA is hosting a live Streaming Event on Tuesday, June 15 at 6:00pm highlighting the lithograph and providing educational information and a short program on R.C. Gorman’s life, inspiration and methods. The Closing Reception and end of the auction will be on June 28, starting at 6pm and the auction closes on Monday, 6/28 at 7pm.
“I have been using the design motifs of Indian rugs and pottery for my paintings because one day these things are going to be no more. They are going to be lost and it is going to happen soon.” R. C. Gorman
“He was the Picasso of American Indian artists” Notes on People-New York Times 1979
Monarch demonstrates the richness of color, style and form that the artist is known for. Gorman channeled the strong females of his Navajo upbringing and life, all the while maneuvering diverse use of color. He captures the beauty, grounding and spirit of Taos. In this lithograph, the forward leaning woman begs the attention focus upon the glorious butterfly
This Monarch signed, numbered original lithograph by R. C. Gorman is the first 100% donated art piece given to AVA by a generous supporter. Interested in the future of AVA, this donor helped establish our diversification. We greatly appreciate him and all donors and supporters of AVA!
The donated artwork is a signed limited edition stone lithograph, number 52 in a series of 175 prints, and is valued at $6,500, as described by Bob Sahd, Gallery Representative for the R. C. Gorman Estate and Navajo Gallery in Taos, NM.
Please come to AVA to view this magnificent piece at 509 W 2nd Street in Gillette, WY.
Questions? Call Quinn at 307-682-8113 or go to www.avacenter.org.
A wonderful gift to AVA, Gorman’s Monarch displays 69 rich variations of color of vermillion, violet, blues, and more in the seated young Navajo woman contemplating a lovely monarch butterfly perched upon a stalk of bachelor buttons. This lovely image is 19" x 25" encased in a tasteful multi-wood frame 36" x 31".
This piece is awe-inspiring and this event marks the beginning of a new fundraising program at AVA which encourages supporters and art collectors to consider donating distinguished art items for auction to help support AVA's mission of enriching lives by creating the bridge between the visual arts and our community. Viewers with an interest in learning more about AVA's Donated Art program can contact staff at 307-682-9133.
Monarch will be on display in AVA Gallery June 1 through June 28, 2021. AVA is hosting a live Streaming Event on Tuesday, June 15 at 6:00pm highlighting the lithograph and providing educational information and a short program on R.C. Gorman’s life, inspiration and methods. The Closing Reception and end of the auction will be on June 28, starting at 6pm and the auction closes on Monday, 6/28 at 7pm.
“I have been using the design motifs of Indian rugs and pottery for my paintings because one day these things are going to be no more. They are going to be lost and it is going to happen soon.” R. C. Gorman
“He was the Picasso of American Indian artists” Notes on People-New York Times 1979
Monarch demonstrates the richness of color, style and form that the artist is known for. Gorman channeled the strong females of his Navajo upbringing and life, all the while maneuvering diverse use of color. He captures the beauty, grounding and spirit of Taos. In this lithograph, the forward leaning woman begs the attention focus upon the glorious butterfly
This Monarch signed, numbered original lithograph by R. C. Gorman is the first 100% donated art piece given to AVA by a generous supporter. Interested in the future of AVA, this donor helped establish our diversification. We greatly appreciate him and all donors and supporters of AVA!
The donated artwork is a signed limited edition stone lithograph, number 52 in a series of 175 prints, and is valued at $6,500, as described by Bob Sahd, Gallery Representative for the R. C. Gorman Estate and Navajo Gallery in Taos, NM.
Please come to AVA to view this magnificent piece at 509 W 2nd Street in Gillette, WY.
Questions? Call Quinn at 307-682-8113 or go to www.avacenter.org.
