M Tsosie Native American Artist
Posted : admin On 4/4/2022 The Navajo word for sandpaintings means 'place where the gods come and go.'
The sandpainting has been used for centuries in religious rituals, including healing ceremonies
performed by Navajo medicine men. A s andpainting for a ceremony is made on the
ground in the ceremonial hogan and destroyed at the end of the ritual.
In order to preserve this long-standing tradition, in the late 1940's Navajos began to create
permanent sandpaintings, changing the design slightly to protect the religious significance
when these paintings were shown publicly. Pictorial sandpaintings which reflect the
Navajo environment and lifestyle are also made. Today sandpaintings are made by slowly
trickling sand through the hand onto epoxy-covered particle boards, using sand made from
naturally colored crushed rock, stone, and minerals for the different shades and colors.
The sandpainting is intended to be hung within a frame or by attaching picture
hangers to the back of the board.
Penfield Gallery of Indian Arts represents sandpainters from the Navajo Nation,
mainly from the Shiprock, New Mexico area. Please click on an artist's name to view their work.
Vintage Southwestern Turquoise Brooch, signed M.E. Tsosie, a Native American/Navajo artist. This is a round silver brooch with a turquoise raised stone that is sawtooth bezel set. It has a curved fan-like accent next to it. The rest of the brooch has hammered designs of circles and etched arches. It is 10.02 grams in weight and 1.5' across. It is signed M.E. Tsosie on the back. It has been tested and is sterling. Age is likely 1960's-1970's thought not sure - I am basing that on the pinback clasp. The pin is built in to the back and not a soldered on bar pin. This is a different design that other pins I have seen. It is in very good condition - it has typical tarnish that can be cleaned if desired. I do not remove that as many buyers prefer it as is. See photos. This came from a PA collector. (Lot. W. 4.2118.G. - LD 4/30/18).
MICHAEL TSOSIE NAVAJO SAND PAINTING - WHIRLING LOG This fabulous sand painting was done by Michael Tsosie who is a member of the very artistic and well-known TSOSIE family. Framed, it measures 16' square. The actual painting size is 11 1/4' square. It is titled WHIRLING LOG and is signed by MICHAEL TSOSIE on the back.
M Tsosie Native American Artist
- Mainly from the Shiprock, New Mexico area. Please click on an artist's name to view their work. Sandpainting Artists A - D. Sandpainting Artists E - L: Sandpainting Artists M - S: Sandpainting Artists T - Z: Donovan Begay Jasper Begay Josina Begay Veronica Begay Darrell Ben Herbert Ben, Sr. Jen Ben Joe Ben, Jr. Rosabelle Ben Zach Ben John Benally.
- Our artist, Navajo indian silversmith Dennison Tsosie, works from his studio located in the heart of the Southwest. We have been in business since 1988, and have offered our products on the internet since 1995. Our goal is to produce handcrafted jewelry of the highest quality, at an affordable price.
- Native American M. Tsosie Sterling Silver Turquoise Pendant #6707. Elki Tsosie Artist Signed X Navajo Sterling Turquoise & Stone Papoose Necklace.
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Most photos have been somewhat magnified and therefore any flaws will appear larger than they really are in person. The item may also appear larger. I do try and remember to include measurements - but if not, please ask. I also try to give accurate descriptions and point out flaws.
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Please note that most of my photos are taken at 10X magnification. This shows any blemishes much more magnified than they really are.
I keep great notes about each item and can answer most questions quickly, but I do not store fine jewelry on premises, so answers about specific measurements may take some time as I arrange to inspect the piece again.
In addition to this website, Maria's Vintage, I am on eBay as stampshopgirl, on Etsy as stampshopgirl, and on StorEnvy as Maria's. I have many vintage jewelry items and other vintage and new items - a very wide variety.
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