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Gayle Nason (American, b. 1949). "Silent Footsteps" oil and glaze on wood, n.d. Signed at lower left and titled on verso. A luminous still life alive with texture and reverence, "Silent Footsteps" reflects Gayle Nason's enduring fascination with the cultural and artistic legacy of the American Southwest. At the center, a pair of beaded moccasins rests before a deep black pot, surrounded by scattered prickly pear fruit. Every bead and fiber is rendered with almost devotional care, each layer of glaze capturing the quiet dignity of handcrafted forms. Nason, who has lived in Arizona since the late 1960s, paints directly from life using artifacts drawn from her own collection of Native American objects. Her glazing technique, inspired by that of the old masters, builds a sense of depth and radiance that transforms these humble materials into something timeless. Size of painting: 17.5" W x 11.5" H (44.4 cm x 29.2 cm); of frame: 24" W x 18" H (61 cm x 45.7 cm) In "Silent Footsteps," the artist's technical mastery and meditative precision reveal both the physical beauty and spiritual resonance of the Southwest's heritage. About the artist: After relocating from rural Iowa to Arizona in 1968, Gayle Nason found in the desert landscape a lasting source of inspiration. The spirit and artistry of the Southwest, especially the enduring legacy of its Indigenous cultures, became central to her still life work. Her meticulously composed paintings reflect both a deep respect for Native American craftsmanship and her own pursuit of precision, capturing the quiet dignity of beaded moccasins, pottery, and other traditional artifacts. Working directly from life, Nason arranges each still life beside her easel, often drawing from her personal collection of historical objects. Many of these pieces, dating from the late 1850s through the early 1900s, were acquired with the help of an anthropologist who sources authentic examples from across the United States. Largely self-taught, Nason paints in oil using a labor-intensive glazing process reminiscent of the old masters. Each work can require weeks of careful layering, and every bead within her compositions receives between six and ten separate coats of transparent color. This method produces the subtle depth and luminous realism that have become her signature. Provenance: private Lafayette collection, Colorado, USA All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. SHIPPING EXCEPTIONS: Due to customs clearance issues, we are unable to ship to Germany, Switzerland and Australia. If you live in Germany, Switzerland or Australia, you will need to provide an alternate shipping destination, or we will not be able to complete your purchase. In addition, please note that we are unable to ship ancient items back to the original country of origin (Egyptian to Egypt, Greek to Greece, etc.) PAYMENT EXCEPTION: Unless a known customer of Artemis, payment for all gold / precious metal / gem lots must be made via Bank Wire Transfer or Certified Bank Check/Money Order, no exceptions. #198091