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Lot #35 Matthew Yellowman Navajo Folk Art Roadrunner Sculpture – Hand-Carved & Hand-Painted Wood Carving (main image)
Lot #35 Matthew Yellowman Navajo Folk Art Roadrunner Sculpture – Hand-Carved & Hand-Painted Wood Carving
Lot Number: 35
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Start Date/Time: 07/01/26, 5:00 AM
End Date/Time: 07/08/26, 7:35:00 PM
Description:

Whimsical and highly collectible hand-carved wooden roadrunner sculpture by renowned Navajo (Diné) folk artist Matthew "Matt" Yellowman. Known throughout the Southwest for his imaginative carvings, vibrant colors, and unmistakable sense of humor, Yellowman's work has become highly sought after by collectors of Native American and Southwestern folk art.

This delightful roadrunner features one of Yellowman's signature playful interpretations, complete with brightly painted details and oversized red sneakers that bring personality and movement to the piece. Combining traditional carving skills with contemporary folk art creativity, the sculpture exemplifies the distinctive style that has made Yellowman one of the most recognized Navajo folk artists working today.

Based in the Four Corners region of the Navajo Nation, Matthew Yellowman's carvings are celebrated for their originality, craftsmanship, and joyful character. His works are widely collected and displayed in private collections throughout the United States.

An outstanding opportunity to acquire an authentic work by a respected contemporary Native American artist whose creations continue to attract collectors of Southwestern, Navajo, and folk art.

Artist: Matthew (Matt) Yellowman
Tribe: Navajo (Diné)
Medium: Hand-Carved and Hand-Painted Wood
Subject: Roadrunner with Sneakers
Origin: Navajo Nation / Four Corners Region

Keywords: Matthew Yellowman, Matt Yellowman, Navajo art, Diné artist, Native American folk art, roadrunner sculpture, Southwestern folk art, hand carved wood sculpture, Navajo carving, Native American collectible, Southwest art, whimsical folk art, Western décor, estate auction art.

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Please review all photographs carefully as they serve as the primary condition report. Condition, dimensions, and any age-related wear should be determined from the photographs provided. Shipping may be available; buyer is responsible for all shipping, insurance, and handling costs. Photos are considered part of the description and buyers should bid accordingly.

One of Matthew Yellowman's iconic creations—a colorful roadrunner sporting bright red sneakers and packed with the humor, craftsmanship, and personality that have made his work highly collectible among Southwestern folk art enthusiasts.

 
 

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