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Identification

Ron Mitchell & Harold Brummett Native American Steel Hoop Dancer Wall Sculpture, 2007

Photo reference

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Overview

The piece is definitively identified by the attached Certificate of Authenticity label naming artists Ron Mitchell (Cherokee) and Harold Brummett (Seminole), and explicitly stating the medium is steel.

Story

Created in 2007 as a collaboration between Ron Mitchell (Cherokee) and Harold Brummett (Seminole). The piece is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity and is hand-signed on the reverse, establishing it definitively as an original work rather than a mass-produced reproduction. The market for Contemporary Native American metal wall art is split between high-end gallery sales for established artists and a softer secondary auction market where pieces often trade primarily as decorative art.

Maker / Origin

Ron Mitchell & Harold Brummett

Condition & Value

Assuming standard condition based on the provided details, the piece appears intact with its leather and bead embellishments present. The primary condition risks for heat-treated steel are surface scratches that disrupt the iridescent patina or bends in the delicate metal cutouts.

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Sold comps, value drivers, and venue guidance pulled from recent auction results.

Market Analysis

The market for Contemporary Native American metal wall art is split between high-end gallery sales for established artists and a softer secondary auction market where pieces often trade primarily as decorative art. Buyers are typically found in Southwestern regional markets or online platforms specializing in Western and Native American decor. Well-documented original works with COAs perform significantly better than unsigned or generic pieces, though they still face a price ceiling compared to traditional mediums like cast bronze or carved stone.

Value Drivers

▲ Accompanied by original Certificate of Authenticity and hand-signed by the artists, confirming original status.

▲ Substantial size (24-inch diameter, 36-inch total length) gives it strong decorative presence.

▲ Collaborative work between two recognized Native American artists (Cherokee/Seminole).

Concerns

▼ Unverified surface condition — deep scratches to the heat-treated steel patina would reduce decorative appeal.

▼ Missing or damaged leather ties and beads would require minor restoration, slightly depressing value.

Best Venue

To maximize return, list this piece on a fixed-price secondary marketplace (like eBay or Etsy) or consign it to a regional auction house specializing in Southwestern or Native American art. Emphasize the COA, the collaborative nature of the artists, and the original signature in the listing title and description. A fixed-price listing around $200-$250 allows room for negotiation while targeting buyers looking for authentic Native American decor.

Upside Potential

If the piece is placed in a specialized Southwestern contemporary art retail setting or gallery, it could realize prices closer to the $300-$400 retail replacement tier observed for similar large-scale metal works.

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Also found — market-range context

Related comps outside the valuation band· 9 comps

Surfaced during research but not used to anchor the valuation — wrong form, species, era, or no published price. Shown so the market range around this item is visible.

  • Cherokee Artist - Ron Mitchell
    Hummingbird And Crane Race
    Likely a painting or print, not a steel wall sculpture.
    $500
  • North American Auction Company· 2022-05-21
    Cherokee Ron Mitchell Pair Of Original Lithographs
    Lithographs are a different medium (2D print) than a steel wall sculpture.
    $200
  • Charlton Hall Galleries
    Ron Mitchell (Cherokee Nation, b.1943) AMERICAN WARRIOR gouache on document
    Gouache on document is a 2D painting, not a metal sculpture.
    $150
  • Whatnot
    (2) 37" INDIAN Artworks by RON MITCHELL
    Unspecified artworks, likely 2D prints or paintings rather than metal sculpture.
    $115
  • eBay
    Cherokee Artist Ron Mitchell SIGNED NUMBERED 88 of 150 Print BLACK GOLD Series
    Print is a different medium than a steel wall sculpture.
    $75
  • eBay
    Metal Wall Art handmade by Native American artist, Harold Brummett, The Turtle
    Sale on record but hammer price not published.
    No price
  • Whatnot· 2025-07-05
    (2) 37" INDIAN Artworks by RON MITCHELL
    Unspecified artworks, likely 2D prints or paintings.
    No price
  • Invaluable
    Ron Mitchell (Cherokee Nation, b.1943) AMERICAN WARRIOR gouache on document, framed, signed
    Gouache on document is a 2D painting, not a metal sculpture.
    No price
  • Monarch Auction· 2026-07-27
    Signed Ron Mitchell “Good,Bad & The Greedy"
    Likely a 2D artwork (print or painting), not a metal wall sculpture.
    No price