Handmade Native American paintings by Navajo, Apache and Hopi artists, mostly in acrylic and almost all signed by the artist. Subjects include crown dancers, chiefs, pottery, baskets, winter scenes, clowns and buffalo. Every painting here is handmade and includes an original certificate of authenticity.
Navajo, Apache and Hopi Painting
Most paintings in this collection are by Navajo artists, with a smaller group by Apache artists and one by a Hopi artist. Navajo pieces often show traditional pottery, baskets, chiefs and winter scenes, while the Apache paintings include crown dancers and baskets. Learn more about these traditions in our guides to Navajo art and Hopi art.
Medium and Style
Acrylic is the main medium, valued for strong, lasting color. Pottery and basket paintings focus on the shapes and patterns of traditional work, while figure paintings capture dancers, chiefs and clowns in bold color and movement. The product page names the subject and the medium for each painting.
Sizes
Sizes range from small paintings to large statement pieces. The full width, height and depth are listed on the product page, so measure the wall where you plan to hang the painting before you choose. A smaller painting works well in a hallway or a group arrangement, while a large piece can anchor a living room or office.
Displaying Your Painting
Hang acrylic paintings out of direct sunlight to protect the color, away from heaters, fireplaces and bathrooms where heat and humidity change quickly. Dust the surface gently with a soft, dry brush, and never use water or cleaning products on the paint. Use hanging hardware rated for the weight of larger pieces.
How to Check Authenticity
Authentic Native American art is made by an enrolled member of a recognized tribe, and selling imitations as Indian-made is illegal under the Indian Arts and Crafts Act. Look for the artist's signature on the painting, and keep the paperwork that names the maker. Our guide to telling real from fake explains what to look for.
Choosing a Painting
Some collectors choose by subject, such as pottery, dancers or landscapes, while others choose by color or size to suit a room. Look closely at the photos and dimensions on each product page, and compare a few pieces side by side before you decide.