This lot is an original Art Menchego watercolor painting of a Native American warrior wearing a buffalo headdress, (only well-known male warriors wore buffalo headdresses, this type of headdress was also important for ceremonial and spiritual celebrations), signed by the artist. Menchego was born on the Santa Ana Pueblo in New Mexico where he has lived his entire life. is an accomplished artist in pencil, charcoal, oil, acrylic, pastels,and watercolor. An indication of his skill is evidenced by the many awards Art has received. Art has been a consistent winning of awards for his work since he made his commitment to art as a full time profession in 1980.
The name given him at birth is "Ka-Whe-Tewa", which means "where there is snow". Described as "a man of few words...an artist of great expression" Arthur James Menchego was born at Ta-Ma-Ya (Santa Ana Pueblo) into the White Cloud Eagle Clan (Bald Eagle).
Painting is professionally wood framed, triple matted, excellent condition, frame measures 11"L x 9"W x 1"D, visible art size measures 6.5"L x 4.5"W