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Charles Stewart, 1922-2011
The Warrior and the Star Precedes the Sun (Hopi Ceremony, Oraibe, Arizona)

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20th Century Southwestern Native American oil painting Hopi Ceremony in Oraibe, Arizona by New Mexico artist, Charles C. Stewart (1922-2011). Oil on canvas, signed lower left, titled verso. Painted in vibrant colors of orange, red, white, green, golden yellow, blue, brown and black, Presented in a vintage wood frame with gold, brown and black tones. Outer dimensions measure 25 ½ x 42 x 1 ¾ inches. Image size is 20 x 36 inches. Expedited and international shipping is available - please contact us for a quote. About the Artist: A native of Ohio, Charles Stewart studied at the Toledo Museum for eight years and later at the Art Student's League in New York. He continued his studies in Mexico and New Mexico where he studied under Louis Ribak at the Taos Valley Art School. He lived in Taos between 1947 and 1985. During this time, he taught sculpture and art at the Taos Art Association as well as at the Philbrook Art Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
  • Creator:
    Charles Stewart, 1922-2011
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 25.5 in (64.77 cm)Width: 42 in (106.68 cm)Depth: 1.75 in (4.45 cm)
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  • Framing:
    Frame Included
    Framing Options Available
  • Condition:
    very good to excellent vintage condition.
  • Gallery Location:
    Denver, CO
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: DCG_248271stDibs: LU2738071752
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