Navajo Sand Painting by Hosteen Etsitty
Discover an authentic Navajo sand painting by master artist Hosteen Etsitty, a revered practitioner of this sacred traditional art form. Created with mixed pigments on board and presented in a protective frame measuring 23 x 23 inches, this piece reflects decades of cultural knowledge. Etsitty learned sand painting as a teenager from spiritual elders in Shiprock, New Mexico, where he grew up on the Navajo reservation. Each work represents a profound connection to Navajo heritage and artistic tradition, making this a meaningful addition to any discerning collection.
This is a framed Navajo sand painting, created by the artist Hosteen Etsitty.
- Navajo sand paintings, or "dry paintings," have roots in traditional Navajo medicine and religious ceremonies.
- The art form involves using naturally colored crushed rock, stone, and minerals to create intricate designs.
- Hosteen Etsitty is known as one of the "legendary masters" of Navajo sand painting, with his work being popular worldwide.
- The specific design often depicts traditional themes from healing ceremonies or folktales, such as the "Whirling Log" story, with this one possibly featuring four Yeis (deities).
Features
Created by Hosteen Etsitty
20th Century
Framed Sand Painting
Frame Size: 23" x 23"
Condition: Excellent condition
