Oscar Howe, Native American Dancer in Motion
Updated October 16, 2026
| Lot number | 147 |
| Estimate | 500.00 - 900.00 USD |
| Auction | Autumn Auction for Collectors: Fine Art and World Treasures |
| Date | October 25, 2026 at 12:15 PM MDT |
| Auction house | Gallery Arts & Auctions Co. |
| Location | New Mexico, New Mexico |
Oscar Howe (American, 1915-1983) A dynamic drawing on paper depicting a Native American dancer rendered in a vibrant, geometric style. The composition features a rich palette of crimson, golden yellow, and turquoise, utilizing sharp, angular lines to convey a sense of rhythmic movement and spiritual energy. Signed "Oscar Howe" in the lower left. Framed. Oscar Howe was a Yanktonai Dakota artist who revolutionized contemporary Native American art by bridging traditional tribal aesthetics with modern abstract techniques. Best known for his works in casein and tempera, he challenged restrictive stylistic conventions to express the complex heritage and individual creativity of indigenous people. His legacy is defined by his role as a pioneering modernist and an influential educator in South Dakota. DIMENSIONS Unframed: 11 5/8 x 8 1/4 inches PROVENANCE Private collection.
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