North American Auction Company
Live Auction

Fine Montana Collector Sale - April 2023

Sat, Apr 22, 2023 11:00AM EDT
Lot 242

Oreland C. Joe Navajo Carved Alabaster Sculpture

Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$50 $10
$100 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$50,000 $2,500
For your consideration this lot includes a hand carved alabaster sculpture, untitled. The sculpture is signed on the bottom of the back and appears to be the hallmark of Oreland C. Joe. A master sculptor, Oreland is world renowned for his work in stone and bronze and is primarily known for his work with marble, alabaster, and limestone. His accomplishments are numerous with one being the first Native American to be admitted to the prestigious Cowboy Artists of America in 1993. His works can be found in private, corporate and museum collections in the United States and abroad. Oreland is of Diné (Navajo) and Ute descent. The pale brown, reddish veined sculpture is in good overall condition with no marring noted. It measures12.25"H and 3" x 3" at the base.*