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“Season’s Gathering”
(Ye’ii Wall Mask)
by Peterson Yazzie, Diné
Description: Hand-carved Diné ye’ii wall mask. Wood, acrylic paints, natural exotic feathers.
About this Award: Awarded to recognize excellence in craftsmanship and original interpretation of traditional themes.
Jurors’ Comments:
Terry DeWald: This ye’ii mask is probably the most innovative art in this category.
Rachel Sahmie: The excellence in craftsmanship and original interpretation—this is a great interpretation of a ye’ii. It’s bold, and the dimension and just the use of the piece of wood. The interpretation is beautiful.
Polly Folwell: We’re looking for original interpretation of a traditional theme, and I think the dimensional carving out of the shape of the wood to make a mask says it all.