Description: Lot of 2 RC GORMAN CRYSTAL TILES, Rare Prints, Fine Art Repros, 8x8”, Vintage 1970s, Pottery Wall Art For a beautiful pair (SOLD) of Amado Pena rare print reproductions from this crystal tile line, please see our other auctions and the last photo on this page. Combined shipping may save on postage costs. This auction is for the 2 Gorman tiles, only. Object: This auction is for a lot of 2 hard to find R.C. Gorman fine art reproductions. The titles are "Sue - Bah" (top) and the rare "Yosie - the Squash Blossom" (bottom). Photos can't do justice to these beautiful items. Each has a paper label attached to the back, under the secure hanging hook, that gives product and cleaning information. Plate stands are not part of this auction Artist: R.C. Gorman, Native American (1932-2005). Rudolph Carl Gorman was an artist of the Navajo Nation, often referred to as "the Picasso of American Indian artists." Born in Canyon de Chelly, Arizona and raised in a hogan on the Navajo Reservation, R.C. Gorman became one of the Southwest's best known late 20th-century artists. His signature works were strong Navajo women in fluid forms and vibrant colors. Source: Online research Manufacturer: A.R.T. Co. Origin: Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA Year: c1970 Signed: Artist signature is in-print at top left on the "Yosie" tile; A.R.T. Co. manufacturer's label on back. Pattern: 403 "Sue - Bah" (top) and 512 "Yosie - The Squash Blossom" (bottom). Color: Red clay ceramic/pottery tile; clear front surface over gold-toned and multicolor print reproductions. Material: Pottery/ceramic tile; acrylic "crystal" surface; paper labels; metal hook Surface: Smooth, shiny fronts and edges; unglazed, textured backs Technique: Each fine art print is mounted on a heavy ceramic or red-clay tile and has a clear acrylic surface. The manufacturer refers to this product as "crystal tile." Features: Glossy, clear acrylic surface over quality fine art prints; heavy red clay ceramic tile body; securely attached hanging hook; shiny black print border and tile edges; informative paper manufacturer's label on back. Condition: Very good pre-owned vintage condition. There are no major chips, cracks, corner or edge wear. Each has surface scratches and minor surface dings and corner wear. The gold tone could be partially from age, but it's hard to tell. Items come as found and have not been cleaned or polished. Front surfaces can be cleaned safely with any window cleaner, per online research, but any cleaning or polishing will be left to the winner. The paper labels show some age and wear. Please see photos. Any other irregularities would be from the manufacturing process. Most of our items are estate finds and are in good to excellent used condition. Vintage, pre-owned items will not usually be in mint condition, but may show signs of age, use, or wear from being pre-owned and loved for many years. We try to describe any and all condition issues but may miss some. A defect not noted does not constitute an item "not as described." Measurements: Each measures 8" by 8" square and is about 1/4" thick. Weight before Packaging: Both items together weigh 3 pounds, 10 ounces No Returns: Winner accepts item description/condition as stated, that all sales are final, and that items are sold "as found" and "as is," with no returns. Please note, we do our best to qualify, research, describe, and photograph all aspects of our listings, but we are not experts in this field. Be sure to check photos carefully and ask any questions before bidding to assure your satisfaction with the item/s. Shipping: Buyer pays actual USPS Priority shipping costs as per eBay's shipping calculator on the auction page. Priority includes free insurance and tracking. No handling fees. Shipping will be higher the further you are from our NV zip 89005. Fragile items are always extra-carefully packaged for shipping. Recycled shipping materials are often used as a way to help protect our environment. Payment: Your registered eBay address must match, or be updated to, your preferred shipping address. Buy-it-Now purchases require immediate payment. eBay may charge sales tax depending on your state's laws. For beautiful artwork, dinnerware, studio art pottery and more, be sure to see our eBay store, Pottery Prints and Porcelain. Thank you for looking!
Price: 31.49 USD
Location: Boulder City, Nevada
End Time: 2024-03-18T17:12:59.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Origin: New Mexico, USA
Item Thickness: .25"
Color: Multicolor
Material: Pottery, Paper, Acrylic, Metal
Year Manufactured: 1970
Item Length: 8"
Suitable For: Wall
Vintage: Yes
Brand: A.R.T. Co.
Type: Wall Art
Tile Shape: Square
Number in Pack: 2
Theme: Southwest USA
Features: Hanging Hook
Production Style: Wall Art
Time Period Manufactured: 1970-1979
Production Technique: Pottery
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Backstamp: Paper Label
Finish: Glossy
Item Weight: 2 lbs, 10 oz
Item Width: 8"
Handmade: Yes
Product Line: Crystal Tile