The Mud Heads Clowning for their Shalako Visitors

1946

Ira Moskowitz

Associated Names
Ira Moskowitz

Artist, American, 1912 - 2001

This is a drawing of a ceremonial dance scene. The figures are adorned in elaborate costumes and masks, engaged in a ritualistic dance. The central figures wear large headdresses with feathers and detailed garments. The atmosphere is lively with movement implied by the postures and positions of the figures. The scene is illuminated by hanging lamps, casting light and shadow.
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Inscribed: The Mud Heads Clowning for their Shalako Visitors in pencil, lower left
Signed: I. Moskowitz/1946 on stone, lower left corner. Ira Moskowitz in pencil, lower right corner.

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Q76549043

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