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Original Michael Chiago Framed Painting

Sold for $475 at Western Trading Post on May 13, 2026.

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Offered here for your consideration is an original painting by Michael Chiago which is framed and matted and features a group of Tohono O'odam people dancing in a line with arms joined together in the "Friendship Dance". In the front are woven baskets, pottery and campfires. The background shows a large "Man in the Maze" basket and various cacti plants. Artist and illustrator, Michael Chiago, was born in the Kohatk Village on the Tohono O’odham reservation in Arizona. Many of Chiago’s paintings provide a glimpse into the traditions of the O’odham, based in part on his recollections of growing up on the reservation, as well as the stories told by his tribal elders. It would look great on your wall, so bid today! MAKER: Signed M. Chiago THO-HONO. Michael Chiago (1946-; Tohono O'odham). APPROX AGE: Fairly Modern. SIZE: The Frame measures 26 1/2 inches x 23 inches. The visible art measures 19 inches x 15 inches. CONDITION: Good for its age with normal wear and minor imperfections expected. Please look closely at the pictures as they are an important part of our description and are hereby incorporated into the description, specifically with regards to condition. HANDLING: There will be a $25 handling / packaging fee for shipping this lot. SHIPPING: The actual cost of postage will be added on top of the handling charges.

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