Sheldon Harvey Stylized Yei Painting

$1,200.00

Sheldon Harvey created a series of 11″ X 14″ acrylic paintings that depict his interpretation of a stylized Navajo Yei figure. The Yei is a Navajo deity that is represented in the dance ceremony which takes place for many cultural activities. In these paintings, Sheldon used different colors making it a fun way to display more than one painting together.

Title:” Untitled”

Acrylic on canvas

Dimensions: 11″ X 14″

Year Created: 2018

 

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SHELDON HARVEY

About the Artist

Sheldon Harvey is a multidisciplinary artist best known for his wood sculptures and his acrylic and oil paintings, all of which depict stylized Navajo Yei’s. To bring his vision to life, he draws on an unusually wide range of materials — combining different woods, acrylic paint, fabrics, and parrot feathers within a single work.

The Yei is a spirit being drawn from the Navajo creation story, which traces the journey of humankind through four successive worlds. The very first of these worlds is believed to be home to the dark Yei that carries the Air-Spirit — insect-like figures rendered in deep, vivid color. It is this First World Being that inspires Sheldon’s work, which he interprets through richly textured paint, fabric, and feather.

Sheldon’s art has been included in dozens of major collections across the United States and around the world, and his accolades include a first-place ribbon at the 2016 Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial. Through his distinctive command of design, texture, color, and style, he has reshaped how the world sees the Navajo Yei in both sculpture and painting, and he is sought after by collectors worldwide.

How to Measure a Painting for Your Space

Before purchasing a painting, measure the width and height of the wall area where you plan to place it. Also note any nearby furniture, windows, doorways, or architectural features that may affect how the work fits visually.

If the painting will hang above a sofa, bed, console, or mantel, measure the furniture as well. A common design guideline is to choose artwork that is about two-thirds to three-quarters the width of the furniture below it, though this can vary depending on the look you want.

Be sure to review the painting’s full dimensions, including the frame and depth, since these affect how much space the piece will occupy. To help visualize the scale, mark the artwork’s dimensions on the wall with painter’s tape.

When hanging the work, a common starting point is to place the center of the painting around 57 to 60 inches from the floor, adjusting as needed for furniture placement, ceiling height, and the proportions of the room.

If you are local to Santa Fe or Scottsdale, we are happy to assist with delivery and place the painting in your home so you can see how it looks in the space. This allows you to experience the scale, presence, and placement of the work before making your final decision.