Laila, 1970, an oil pastel study by R.C. Gorman capturing a woman seen from behind, her dark hair striking against creamy skin tones, wrapped in brilliant saffron-yellow fabric that dominates the composition. The artist’s economy of line and selective color focus create a sense of intimacy and presence; orange-ochre accents frame her graceful nape. Rendered with the directness characteristic of Gorman’s figurative studies, this work exemplifies his early mastery of the figure and fabric. A gallery-quality piece for collectors of 1970s Gorman, oil pastel figural works, and Southwest contemporary art.
Oil Pastel, Original
Laila
1970 R.C. Gorman one-of-a-kind oil pastel — a back-view Navajo woman in brilliant saffron yellow. Signed early-career intimate original.
SKU: fn-laila
Categories: Oil Pastel, Original
Tags: 1970 Gorman, collector work, contemplative mood, figurative work, fine art pastel, gallery piece, Gorman oil pastel, Native American art, Navajo woman, neutral palette, no landscape, ochre, oil pastel, profile pose, R.C. Gorman, saffron yellow, signed original, Southwest art, standing figure
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Oil Pastel: A direct original medium with dense pigment, soft blending, and visible hand-applied texture.
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