Fritz Scholder

American, 1937 - 2005

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This print shows a person seated on a chair with a stylized representation of the American flag draped across their lap. The individual has long, dark hair with white beaded ornaments hanging in it, and light, reddish-tan skin. Horizontal white lines are painted on both of their cheeks, right below their eyes. They wear a cream-colored, robe-like garment over their torso under layered blue and red necklaces. Their hands are placed in their lap, holding a large white feather with black and blue details. The large flag is draped across their legs. On the right, a blue and white object hangs down from the purple-and-black chair they sit on, similar to a thick blanket or animal hide. The background is plain, pale yellow.
Fritz Scholder, Tamarind Institute, Lorillard, A Division of Loews Theatres, Inc., Bicentennial Indian, 1975, color lithograph on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Lorillard Tobacco Company, 1975), 2015.19.2595

Bicentennial Indian

Fritz Scholder, Tamarind Institute, Lorillard, A Division of Loews Theatres, Inc. · 1975 · color lithograph on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2595

Fritz Scholder, Future Clone, 1999, bronze with paint, Gift of the Collectors Committee, © Fritz Scholder Estate & LewAllen Galleries, Santa Fe, NM, LewAllen Galleries, 2026.8.1

Future Clone

Fritz Scholder · 1999 · bronze with paint ·  Accession ID  2026.8.1

The image shows a person from the head down to their knees. They are seated upright with their hands resting in their lap. The person has dark hair that falls straight down on either side of their face. The face is depicted in shades of blue and lacks distinct details. They are dressed in a light-colored, long-sleeve top with vertical stripes and a high collar, red pants, and knee-high footwear with decorative elements. The background is a solid brown color with abstract shapes and blotches.
Fritz Scholder, Tamarind Institute, Indian with Beaded Sash, 1976, color lithograph on wove paper, Gift of June Wayne, in Honor of the 50th Anniversary of the National Gallery of Art, 1991.205.78.13

Indian with Beaded Sash

Fritz Scholder, Tamarind Institute · 1976 · color lithograph on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1991.205.78.13

The image shows an abstract composition with a rectangular shape in the upper portion, filled with a dark, textured pattern outlined by a bright orange border. Within this rectangle, a simplified face is depicted at the bottom, emerging from the texture. The face is drawn with minimal lines, suggesting features such as eyes, nose, and lips. The hair spreads out in a shape reminiscent of wings or a flowing cape. The contrast between the textured area and the smooth facial lines creates an engaging visual contrast.
Fritz Scholder, Romona, lithograph, Gift of June Wayne, 1974.99.133

Romona

Fritz Scholder · · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1974.99.133