Bidspirit auction | R.C. GORMAN SIGNED NAVAJO WOMAN,

R.C. GORMAN SIGNED NAVAJO WOMAN, WORK ON PAPER - Large figurative work on paper attributed to Rudolph Carl Gorman (R.C. Gorman, American/Navajo, 1931–2005), depicting a seated Indigenous woman viewed from behind. The figure is rendered with fluid blue contour lines and softly modeled blue-gray passages against a largely unworked pale ground. The composition demonstrates the simplified line, monumental figure and restrained palette closely associated with Gorman's representations of Navajo women. Signed R.C. Gorman in blue at the lower left. No visible edition number observed. Presented under glass with a cream-colored mat accented by a narrow gold-tone inner border, housed in a slender gold-tone frame. The work has not been removed from the frame for examination; therefore, the exact medium and whether the work is unique or editioned have not been conclusively determined. MEASURES: 28 X 22 inches FRAME DIMENSIONS: 36 x 30 x 1 inches CONDITION REPORT: Overall in good pre-owned condition, with age-and display-related wear. The work is presented under glass and has not been removed from the frame for examination. From the visible area, the sheet appears generally well preserved with scattered subtle toning and minor surface irregularities. No obvious major tears, losses or significant staining are visible through the glazing. Any condition issues occurring beneath the mat or on the verso of the sheet cannot be determined. Cream-colored mat exhibits minor age-related discoloration and scattered handling/display wear. Gold-tone frame shows scattered light scratches, scuffs and finish wear consistent with age and use.