R.C. Gorman Art
1931-2005
Rudolph Carl Gorman, known as R.C. Gorman, was born on July 26, 1931, in Chinle, Arizona, on the Navajo Nation. He was of Navajo heritage, which profoundly influenced his artistic style and subjects. Gorman's father, Carl Nelson Gorman, was also an artist and a significant influence on his early artistic development.
Gorman attended Arizona State College (now Northern Arizona University) and later studied art at Mexico City College under a scholarship. His exposure to Mexican muralists like Diego Rivera and David Alfaro Siqueiros deeply influenced his work, contributing to his distinctive style that blends Navajo traditions with modern techniques.(Biography provided by ArtWise)
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Artist: R.C. Gorman
“Indian Woman”
By R.C. Gorman
Located in Warren, NJ
RC Gorman rare lithograph “Indian Woman” printers proof signed. In good condition measures 31x27
Category
21st Century and Contemporary R.C. Gorman Art
Materials
Lithograph
“The Joke State ii”
By R.C. Gorman
Located in Warren, NJ
This is an RC Gorman ceramic vase signed and numbered “The Joke State ii”. In good condition. Measures 10x9
Category
20th Century R.C. Gorman Art
Materials
Clay
Women from Salt River, Lithograph by R.C. Gorman
By R.C. Gorman
Located in Long Island City, NY
An original hand-signed lithograph by Native American artist, RC Gorman. Numbered AP 15.
Category
1990s Folk Art R.C. Gorman Art
Materials
Lithograph
"March to Bosque Redondo" Abstract Modern Figure Drawing of the Navajo People
By R.C. Gorman
Located in Houston, TX
Abstract modern figurative drawing by Native American artist R.C. Gorman. The work features a large group of faceless figures representing the Navajo people who were forcefully remov...
Category
1960s Modern R.C. Gorman Art
Materials
Paper, Crayon, Pastel
"Fatima"
By R.C. Gorman
Located in Warren, NJ
Rc Gorman lithograph
signed and numbered
in good condition
measures 47x36
International buyers must cover shipping expense
Category
1990s R.C. Gorman Art
Materials
Lithograph
"Winter Lights"
By R.C. Gorman
Located in Warren, NJ
Signed and numbered Lithograph by rc gorman
In good condition
Measures 43x34
International buyers must cover shipping expenses
Category
21st Century and Contemporary R.C. Gorman Art
Materials
Lithograph
"Maple Tree"
By R.C. Gorman
Located in Warren, NJ
Signed and number lithograph
measures 43x34
in good condition
International buyers must cover shipping expense
Category
1990s R.C. Gorman Art
Materials
Lithograph
"Woman From Chinle"
By R.C. Gorman
Located in Warren, NJ
In good condition some surface scratches
Measures 18x13
signed potters proof
International buyers must cover all shipping costs
Category
1980s R.C. Gorman Art
Materials
Ceramic
Artistic Gallery/Scottsdale, Arizona-February 17th, 1983
By R.C. Gorman
Located in Clinton Township, MI
R.C. GORMAN (Native American, 1931-2005). Artistic Gallery/Scottsdale, Arizona-February 17th, 1983 Event Poster. Poster measures 32 x 24 inches and i...
Category
1980s R.C. Gorman Art
Materials
Lithograph
“Francine” New Mexico Music Festival at Taos Scholarship Program
By R.C. Gorman
Located in Clinton Township, MI
R.C. GORMAN (Native American, 1931-2005). "New Mexico Music Festival at Taos Scholarship Program" Event Poster. Featuring the image “Francine” by the artist. Plate signed, 1981. The ...
Category
1980s R.C. Gorman Art
Materials
Lithograph
White Buffalo Gallery-Wichita, Kansas
By R.C. Gorman
Located in Clinton Township, MI
R.C. GORMAN (Native American, 1931-2005). White Buffalo Gallery-Wichita, Kansas Event Poster. Print measures 29 x 21 inches and is Unframed. Plate signed. The date of creation is 197...
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1970s R.C. Gorman Art
Materials
Lithograph
Morning Star
By R.C. Gorman
Located in Austin, TX
R.C. Gorman (1932 - 2005, American)
Title: "Morning Star"
Edition: Artist Proof
Year: 1991
Medium: Stone Lithograph
Markings: Signed & Dated LL
Watermark...
Category
20th Century Contemporary R.C. Gorman Art
Materials
Lithograph
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