"Bronze Bust of R. C. Gorman Sculpture" 1980

Edition #: 13/20

Certificate of Authenticity: Art Brokerage

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Hand Signed By Artist on Bust and RC gorman on plate

Provenance & Extra Info: A nice find for the R.C. Gorman collector. A mini Collection consisting of a Bronze Bust of Gorman by Ellie Hamilton, an Artist and friend of Mr. Gorman signed by R.C. Gorman and the Artist Hamilton ; Artist Proof Photo of Mr. Gorman with the Bronze, signed by Chuck Henningsen and the Book, “R.C. Gorman, a portrait”, by Stephen Parks and Chuck Henningsen, depicting R.C. Gorman’s art and life including Ellie Hamilton. The Bronze is a limited edition, (13/20), Original made in 1980 of a younger Gorman. The Bronze Bust measures 16”H X 11.5”W X 11.5”D. It is on a wood base that is 2.75”H X 12.5”W X 13.5”D. The Artist Proof Photograph is 17.5”X 12.5”; framed dimensions are 25.5”X 21.5”

Tragically, Ellie Hamilton was killed October 7, 1982 in a mountain climbing accident. She was only in her 20’s so little has been written of Ms. Hamilton and the appreciation of her talent has not yet been experienced outside of her Taos Community/Family.