Original Painting of a Taos Pueblo Indian Man [SOLD]

The Taos Pueblo Portrait: An Unnamed Masterpiece

This compelling image presents an almost full view of a Native American man, his attire and hairstyle identifying him as a Taos Pueblo Indian. His braided hair and the white blanket wrapped around his waist are distinctive elements of traditional Taos Pueblo male attire.

While the painting lacks a signature, the artist's skill is evident in every brushstroke. The artist was clearly not a novice but a seasoned professional. The blue shirt worn by the man is rendered with extraordinary detail, the folds of the fabric brought to life through varying intensities of blue. The man's gaze is directed slightly to the right, not straight ahead, and his right hand rests defiantly on his hip, adding a dynamic element to the composition. A red scarf serves as a vibrant contrast to the blue and white hues, infusing the painting with energy.

The backdrop features an adobe wall, a common architectural feature in the Pueblo culture, further grounding the subject in his cultural context. The painting is tastefully framed in a carved two-layer gold tone frame, complemented by a linen inner liner, enhancing the overall presentation of this unnamed masterpiece.

Condition: excellent original condition

Provenance: this Original Painting of a Taos Pueblo Indian Man is from the collection of a Santa Fe resident

Recommended Reading: “Taos Pueblo Painters” in New Mexico Magazine, January 2003, by Elmo Baca, et al.

TAGS: Western Art; Taos Pueblo, Tuah-Tah