Edith John Navajo Folk Art Hand-Carved Wood Chicken Sculpture Signed Native American 5"
Edith John Navajo Folk Art Hand-Carved Wood Chicken Sculpture Signed Native American 5"
A charming and well-documented piece of contemporary Native American folk art — this hand-carved and hand-painted wooden chicken was created by celebrated Navajo artist Edith John, daughter of the late master carver Woody Herbert. Edith John's work is featured in major regional museums and Southwestern galleries, making this a meaningful acquisition for collectors of Indigenous art, folk art, or unique bird sculpture.
About the Artist
Edith John is a prominent Navajo folk artist and member of a celebrated family of carvers from the American Southwest. As the daughter of the late Woody Herbert — a widely recognized figure in Navajo wood carving — Edith carries forward a rich artistic tradition. Her pieces are held in regional museum collections and sold through established Southwestern galleries, lending strong provenance and collectibility to her work.
Details
- Artist: Edith John (Navajo)
- Medium: Hand-carved and hand-painted wood with wire legs
- Base: Round wooden display base
- Finish: Vibrant red paint with distinctive white and green stylized starburst pattern
- Tail: Long natural raffia straw, bound at top
- Height: Approx. 5 inches (base to top of head); approx. 8 inches (base to top of straw tail)
- Provenance: Original handwritten paper collector tag attached
Condition
Excellent vintage/pre-owned condition. Paint is vibrant with no fading or flaking; straw tail is completely intact. Original handwritten collector tag remains attached. Please review all photos carefully as they form part of the condition description.
Comparative Market Value
Signed Navajo folk art wood carvings by documented artists with gallery provenance typically sell in the $65–$125 range at auction, in Southwestern galleries, and on established collector marketplaces. Pieces by Edith John specifically — given her family lineage and museum representation — command the higher end of that range. This piece is offered at $30, well below comparable market examples, representing strong value for collectors.