Navajo Andrew Tsinajinnie Figurative Painting
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Andrew 'Andy' Tsinajinnie (Navajo, 1918-2000), circa 1970, gouache on illustration board depicting a group of Native Americans, signed on the face of the board by the artist. This piece includes the original purchase receipt from Desert House Crafts, Tucson, Arizona for $40USD.
Dimensions are: image - 15“ tall X 19“ wide, overall - 21 1/2“ tall X 25 1/4“ wide. All measurements are approximate. Artist Biography: Andrew 'Andy' Tsinajinnie’s (Navajo, 1918-2000), art reflects a deep reverence for Navajo ceremonies and daily life. He was born on the reservation in Rough Rock near Chinle, Arizona in 1916. He was one of the first pupils to receive art instruction at "The Studio", founded by Dorothy Dunn at the Santa Fe Indian School. Following graduation, he worked as an illustrator for the Indian Service. He received PWAP and WPA grants for large murals in Arizona and New Mexico. In 1940 he joined Army Air Force and upon returning from overseas duty opened his studio in Scottsdale, Arizona. Tsinnanjinnie's work has been featured in books and publications which include "Arizona Highways" and "Navajo History, Volume I". Designated an Arizona Living Treasure,
Dimensions are: image - 15“ tall X 19“ wide, overall - 21 1/2“ tall X 25 1/4“ wide. All measurements are approximate. Artist Biography: Andrew 'Andy' Tsinajinnie’s (Navajo, 1918-2000), art reflects a deep reverence for Navajo ceremonies and daily life. He was born on the reservation in Rough Rock near Chinle, Arizona in 1916. He was one of the first pupils to receive art instruction at "The Studio", founded by Dorothy Dunn at the Santa Fe Indian School. Following graduation, he worked as an illustrator for the Indian Service. He received PWAP and WPA grants for large murals in Arizona and New Mexico. In 1940 he joined Army Air Force and upon returning from overseas duty opened his studio in Scottsdale, Arizona. Tsinnanjinnie's work has been featured in books and publications which include "Arizona Highways" and "Navajo History, Volume I". Designated an Arizona Living Treasure,
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Navajo Andrew Tsinajinnie Figurative Painting
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