Painted Wood Figure by Charlie Willeto

Item: BOA5121
Material: wood and paint
Size: 26" x 8" x 3"
Period: Historic
Origin: Navajo
Artist: Charlie Willeto

Charlie Willeto (1897-1964) was a renowned Navajo medicine man and folk artist who transformed his lifetime of experience carving Navajo illness dolls into a vibrant folk art tradition. This standing figure, representing a man with upraised arms wearing a western style shirt, is a wonderful example of the energy inherent in his work. Willeto had a short, yet prolific career. This piece is from a private California collection. 26” x 8 x 3”

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