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Preliminary identification

R.C. Gorman Ceramic Art Tile, c. 1980s

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Overview

A vibrant glazed ceramic tile featuring the minimalist, fluid style of celebrated Navajo artist R.C. Gorman.

Story

R.C. Gorman revolutionized the global perception of Native American art by blending indigenous subjects with high-modernist aesthetics.

Maker / Origin

R.C. Gorman (1931–2005) was a Navajo artist who became the first Native American to have a solo exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Condition & Value

The tile appears to be in good vintage condition with vibrant color retention. Value is driven by the enduring popularity of R.C.

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