Description: Excellent Condition, no issues. This rare piece is a one of a kind . This was a gift given to country music singer Holly Dunn in 2015. This unique Native American vase is a beautiful work of art crafted by the skilled hands of Amando Maurilio Pena Jr. The artist signed and hand-painted it with intricate details that showcase the rich culture and heritage of the Pascua Yaqui tribe in Arizona. The vase was made in the United States, specifically in New Mexico, and is a perfect addition to any collection of Native American pottery. It's a handmade piece that represents the beauty and creativity of the Native American people, making it a valuable item for collectors and art enthusiasts alike.up.. Amado Pena. B. 1943 - Amado Pena Jr.'s art focuses on Hispanic and Native American figures and has been described as capturing the essence of the Southwest. Pena, a mestizo of Mexican and Yaqui Indian descent, was born in 1943 and raised in Laredo, Texas. He earned B.A. and M.A. degrees at Texas A & I University in Kingsville, Texas and was an art teacher in Texas public schools for sixteen years. Pena is known for his humanitarian efforts, and his fund-raising activities have benefited charities such as the March of Dimes, Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, Native American Rights Fund and the Mexican American Legal and Educational Fund. The Amado and JB Pena "Art Has Heart" Foundation, established in 1994, provides opportunities for low and modest income students in Texas, New Mexico, Colorado and Arizona to further their education in the arts. Amado is a Mestizo or Mexican and Yaqui ancestry. His art celebrates the strength of a people who meet the harsh realities of life in an uncompromising land, and his work is a tribute to the Native Americans who survive by living in harmony with an adversarial, untamed environment. His artwork is inspired by places such as Canyon de Chelly, Spider Rock, Monument Valley, Enchanted Mesa, Acoma, and Black Mesa. These sites are part of an enduring landscape that speaks of the ancient heritage of a region that is now known as Arizona and New Mexico. Amado's artwork is defined by its bold color and form and dynamic composition. Through his art, he communicates his vision of a land, its people and their art. Amado Pea is recognized as an Artisan of the Pascua Yaqui Tribe of Arizona. This is a particularly high honor and one that he cherishes.
Price: 524.99 USD
Location: Nashville, Tennessee
End Time: 2024-08-12T00:39:01.000Z
Shipping Cost: 5.99 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Origin: New Mexico
Provenance: Ownership History Available
Tribal Affiliation: Pascua Yaqui Arizona
Artisan: Amado Marilio Pena Jr.
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Culture: Native American: US
Handmade: Yes
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