Sweat Lodge
Artist
Johnny Bear Contreras
(Kumeyaay | Mission Indian, born 1963)
Nameprint
Date2007
MediumEtching on light brown paper
DimensionsPlatemark: 8 3/4 × 11 3/4 in. (22.2 × 29.8 cm)
Sheet: 12 7/8 × 15 in. (32.7 × 38.1 cm)
Credit LinePurchased with funds from the David W. May Endowment
CultureKumeyaay | San Pasqual Band of Mission Indian
Portfolio"Rez Series"
Object numberA2017-1-1
ClassificationsMay Collection
DescriptionA man seated inside the faint dome of a sweat lodge pours water onto the circle of heated stones in front of him. From the steam, a spirit rises, peering down on the man below.This record has been reviewed by University Galleries staff but may be incomplete or contain errors. Our records are frequently revised and enhanced. For any inquiries about the information listed, please email galleries@sandiego.edu.
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