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Available for purchase is a beautiful, authentic vintage pair of framed Navajo sand paintings by noted Diné artist Lester Johnson.
Each piece measures approximately 10\" x 5\" inside its original rustic wooden frame. The left panel features a male Yei figure with a traditional rounded head design, and the right panel features a female Yei figure with a traditional rectangular head design. Both pieces display intricate, fine sand work using crushed rocks and natural mineral pigments sourced from the Navajo Reservation.
Provenance & Artist\'s Note:
The back of each frame features an authentic, original handwritten description note taped down and hand-signed by Lester Johnson.
The notes preserve the ceremonial context of the art form:
- \"Holy God / Made two nights singing to heal the sick / Has healing strings hanging from its arms. / Lester Johnson\"
Features:
- Set of 2 matching framed panels measuring 10x5 inches.
- Authenticated with original signed handwritten notes by Lester Johnson on the back.
- Highly stylized Native American ceremonial art.
- Housed in vintage mid-century style rustic wooden frames.
Condition:
Pre-owned vintage condition. The sand work remains exceptionally crisp, well-adhered, and vibrant with no notable sand loss. The wooden frames and original backing paper show minor, age-appropriate cosmetic wear and aging to the tape. Please view all photos carefully to verify condition, signature, and transcription details.
