Southwestern Style Bronze Group Sculpture of Indigenous Figures

This is a multi-figure bronze sculpture depicting three adult figures and a small child, likely a family, in motion. The piece is characterized by a strong contrast in patinas: the facial features, hands, and feet of the figures are finished in a traditional smooth, dark chocolate-brown bronze, while their clothing—including large hats and draped blankets or shawls—is treated with a thick, textured verdigris green patina. The figures are captured in a dynamic, leaning posture that suggests walking against the wind or a purposeful migration. The sculptural style is reminiscent of late 20th-century Native American or Southwestern artists, such as R.C. Gorman or similar masters of the period, who often combined smooth biological forms with heavy, textured drapery. The construction is solid-cast bronze with high-quality craftsmanship visible in the emotive facial expressions and the organic flow of the garments. The verdigris finish appears intentionally applied to provide depth and contrast rather than being a result of natural weathering. No visible maker’s marks are immediately apparent in the image, but such pieces are typically signed and numbered on the base or the rear hem of the garments. The physical condition appears excellent with no visible breaks, though some minor rubbing of the patina may be present on high points such as the brims of the hats. The scale appears to be a tabletop gallery size, making it a significant decorative and collectible art piece.