Pajeha St I

Pajeha St I, 1980, R.C. Gorman serigraph, presents a reclining figure in minimalist line work, the economy of means paradoxically conveying maximum emotional presence. A Navajo woman lies enveloped in a stark white blanket against a neutral tan ground, her head tilted in repose. Gorman’s bold contour lines define the figure’s form with fluid grace, while the simplicity of the composition allows the viewer to focus entirely on the contemplative stillness of the pose. This first state exemplifies Gorman’s mastery of the serigraphic medium, where bold graphic clarity meets psychological depth. The work invites intimate contemplation and showcases Gorman’s ability to distill complex emotional states into pure visual form.