Prickly Pear

Prickly Pear by R.C. Gorman, 1984, a charming lithograph featuring a reclining Navajo woman cradling a woven basket overflowing with fresh produce and peppers. She wears a warm brownish-burgundy garment and is rendered in peachy flesh tones that harmonize with the earth-toned background. The woven basket, rendered in natural fiber colors with darker accent lines, sits prominently in the composition. Individual fruits and vegetables are scattered around the figure, celebrating harvest abundance and feminine abundance. Gorman’s delicate line work and warm palette create an inviting, nurturing mood. A collector’s delight for those appreciating Southwest agriculture, Gorman harvest themes, and the celebration of female labor and generosity.