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John Nieto (1936-2018) 48 x 60 inches
Lot 318

John Nieto (1936-2018) 48 x 60 inches

Estimate: $20,000 - $30,000
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Artist: John Nieto Title: Buffalo Medicine - 1999 Medium: Acrylic on canvas Dimensions: 48 x 60 inches Signed: Signed lower right Verso: Signed, titled, and dated 1999 verso Framed/Base: 50 x 62 inches

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Provenance: Private collection, Arizona
 
John Nieto (1936–2018) was one of the most celebrated contemporary painters of the American West, renowned for his bold, vividly colored interpretations of Native American subjects and iconic Western wildlife. Drawing upon Fauvist influences and a highly distinctive palette, Nieto transformed traditional themes into dynamic modern compositions that emphasize color, form, and emotion over realism. His innovative vision earned widespread acclaim, with works held in major museum collections and numerous public commissions throughout the United States.
 
Buffalo Medicine exemplifies Nieto's unmistakable artistic style and his enduring fascination with the American bison as a symbol of strength, resilience, and spiritual significance. Rendered in brilliant, unexpected hues against a boldly simplified landscape, the monumental animal transcends naturalistic representation to become a powerful expression of vitality and cultural reverence. Painted in 1999, the work demonstrates Nieto's masterful ability to balance abstraction with recognizable form, creating a composition that is both visually striking and deeply evocative. From an Arizona private collection, Buffalo Medicine stands as an exceptional example of the artist's mature work and his lasting contribution to contemporary Western art.

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