H-0501-PG Original Apache Painting "Mother and Colt" Watercolor by Native American artist Nossman Vigil

This is not a reproduction, this is an original work of art! This is a true collectors item. This original watercolor was created by master Apache artist Nossman Vigil. This intricate and detailed composition masterfully depicts a Mare and her Colt on the edge of a high altitude grassy plain in New Mexico. The detail and textures of this painting are incredible. This is one of the finest examples of Vigil's work that we've seen. The beautiful early morning sky is swept with high clouds that glow with the purples and peaches of the morning. The wild and free horses look out over the wide flat plain with expectant energy as their hair blows in the gentle wind. This painting captures the beauty and peacefulness of the high plains of New Mexico and Arizona as well as the freedom and expansiveness of nature. It comes in its original hand carved frame which is in great condition. This framed artwork is 24" by 27". Signed and dated by the artist Vigil, '61. This work is a real collector's item and will only increase in value over time. It's already over 46 years old and in excellent condition. This is your chance to own a true original Apache artwork by a well known and remarkable artist.

Nossman Vigil was born in 1926 on the Jicarilla Apache Reservation, New Mexico near the town of Dulce. He is a member of SWIA (Southwest Assoc. for Indian Artists). He received an award for the Jicarilla Apache Seal design used during the 1987 Centennial Celebration. The Vigils come from a long line of artists. Like their father, Nossman and his brother used a wide variety of mediums including watercolor, pen and ink, acrylic, and more to continually experiment with different styles and compositions.

We understand the true value and nature of hand crafted Indian art. And, we recognize it's important to know that the artist is truly a member of a Native American tribe. So, to ensure you that this is the real deal, a Certificate of Authenticity has been included with this item.

CERTIFIED AUTHENTIC

"The first peace...is that which comes within the

souls of men when they realize their [relationship]

with the universe and all its Powers...is really

everywhere, it is within each of us." (Oglala Lakota)

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