Rectangular plaque in pristine white clay by Laguna Pueblo artist Andrew Rodriquez. The subject is a 3-dimensional ”deer dancer” holding a patina-tinted copper dance wand. A hanging loop has been secured to the reverse for wall display. Signed and named on reverse.
16"H x 10.5" W. #PL73

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Due to the over-sized dimensions of object and its fragility, you will incur a supplemental shipping charge, not to exceed $25.00, invoiced separately to you, when your order is being processed. If you desire insurance coverage, please notify us by email to Sanibelart@gmail.com.

White clay slip adds mystery and modesty to this sculptural portrayal of two bears embracing in what could be a dance celebrating their anniversary. (Gift hint.) D. Andrew Rodriquez is its Laguna Pueblo creator.

Laguna is a relatively young Pueblo by New Mexico standards. It was recognized in 1699 from a patchwork of migrant communities from nearby pueblos. It also is relatively small in population resulting in fewer artists than some other Pueblos. It is about 47 miles west of Albuquerque and easily accessed from I-40, the successor to the fabled Route 66 that musicians got their “kicks”.

Nevertheless, Andrew’s potential for stardom as a pottery artist led him to attend the Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA) in Santa Fe, where he studied sculpture under the renowned Allen Houser. He earned a degree in Fine Arts with distinction from the University of New Mexico.

Andrew's work in sculptures and clay relief plaques employs traditional firing and slip/stone polishing techniques. His work reflects his Native American heritage with a beguiling contemporary context. His images use simplicity of line and form to create movement and subtle elegance.

Native American Laguna Pueblo Andrew Rodriquez pottery figure. "blues bear", with musician’s shades and ifedora, playing a wood horn, black matte slip.
7"H x 3"W x 3.5"D

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Native American Laguna Pueblo Andrew Rodriquez stag deer, black pottery with black matte slip and copper antlers.
5"H x 4.5"W x 2"D

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An oval shaped plaque with clean white slip and 3D portrait of three spirit warriors holding copper sheaves with green patina. Art gum verso with loop for wall hanging. Signed and named “with one voice” 19" x 16" (Size and weight are before packing shipping)

Due to the over-sized dimensions of object, you will incur a supplemental shipping charge, not to exceed $25.00, for uninsured shipping invoiced separately to you, when your order is being processed. If you desire insurance coverage, please email us at Sanibelart@gmail.com. A $10 surcharge will be added to the supplemental invoice.