Nez, Rick
RICK NEZ is a Navajo stone sculptor, and is known for his carvings of Navajo people. His use of the natural color and shape of the stone to accent his carving, which is exceptional, and his stones are carefully picked for each piece of work. |  | |
"Arrowmaker"-by Rick Nez is carved out of alabaster, and displayed on a wooden stand. This sculpture stands 7 inches including the base.
"Strings from the Heart", is an Alabaster carving by Navajo sculpture artist Rick Nez. The contrast between the polished and unpolished stone gives the piece great visual interest. The Navajo female is playing the violin and you sense the peace and harmony in her stance. The sculpture stands 18 1/2 inches including the wooden base.
"Miss Dineh"-Sculpture artist Rick Nez is better known for his stone carvings of Native peoples. This bronze casting "Miss Dineh", is #5 of a limited edition of 50. It has the signature dignity and grace that Rick gives to his female figures. Miss Dineh is an honor bestowed on a young Navajo woman at the Gallup ceremonials, that are held annually in Gallup New Mexico. The sculpture is 11 inches tall including the wooden base that turns the bust.
