Ristra is a stunning 2005 ceramic work by R.C. Gorman that reimagines the traditional hanging chile ristra as sculptural art. Hand-crafted in vibrant red clay, the piece captures the iconic form of bundled red chiles suspended in the desert. The bright, glossy surface celebrates the natural beauty of the chile pepper and its cultural significance in Southwest cooking, art, and decoration. This functional yet gallery-worthy piece bridges traditional Pueblo pottery techniques with Gorman’s distinctive modern sensibility. Perfect for collectors seeking authentic Southwest pottery, functional art, and Gorman’s ventures into ceramic sculpture.
Stone Lithograph, Original
Ristra
2005 R.C. Gorman ceramic — Ristra. A sculptural red-clay hanging chile ristra capturing bundled Southwest peppers. Glossy functional collector ceramic, signed late-career piece.
Original artwork
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| Dimensions | 38 × 29 in |
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| Edition | 200 |
| Release Year | 1987 |
| Medium | Stone Lithograph |
