Harry Benally Navajo Woman on Donkey Carving

Updated September 22, 2026

Lot number96
AuctionLuxury Southwest Living, Art, Furniture, Decor
DateOctober 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM MST
Auction houseGrasons Estate Sales of Southern AZ
LocationTucson, Arizona

Hand-carved and hand-painted Navajo folk art sculpture by Harry Benally, depicting a woman riding a gray donkey. Measures approximately 6.5" tall x 2.25" wide x 5.5" long. The rider is depicted wearing a headscarf, patterned blue blouse, red skirt, and painted jewelry, while the donkey features expressive carved ears and hand-painted facial and coat details. The underside bears the artist’s “HB” marking along with additional handwritten markings. Colorful Southwestern Native American folk art with wonderful character and individually carved and painted details. Shows light surface and paint wear consistent with age and display. See photos for details and condition.

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