Al Qöyawayma and Charles Supplee Bronze Sculpture "Hopi Maiden," 1991

Item Details

Al Qöyawayma (Hopi, born 1938) and Charles Supplee (Hopi, born 1956)
Hopi Maiden, 1991
Bronze sculpture on wood base
Signed in mould to the lower edge to the verso
Numbered 10/30

Al Qöyawayma is a Hopi sculpture artist who is known for his ability to perfectly blend heritage and modernism through art. He was raised in San Fernando Valley before earning a masters degree in engineering at the University of Southern California. Inspired by family members and a profound appreciation for his Hopi culture and heritage, Qöyawayma created art which blends modern design elements of minimalistic style with traditional Hopi cultural elements and motifs. His work seeks to create a balance between the cultural heritage and modern expression.Qöyawayma works have been exhibited at the National Museum of Natural History, the National Museum of the American Indian and most notably in the International Space Station aboard Space Shuttle mission STS-113.

Condition

- droplet marks to the chest and right of figure; discoloration to the patina to the upper edge of wrap and to upper crevice; minor marks and abrasions.

Dimensions

- measures sculpture including base; without base measures 10.0" H.

Item #

ITMG728957