John Coleman (b. 1949)
Crazy Horse 1876, 2020
bronze, 15/20
23 x 18 x 13 inches
inscribed: “Crazy Horse” 1876 John Coleman CA © 2020 15/20

John Coleman, a native of Southern California, is renowned for his evocative sculptures of Southwest Indian figures. Elected to the prestigious Cowboy Artists of America in 2001, he later served as its President in 2009. His contributions to CAA exhibitions have garnered numerous accolades, including the 2009 Kieckhefer Award for Best of Show and Artists' Choice. Coleman's art often features Indian mythology, reflecting his deep respect for Western heritage. A member of the National Sculpture Society, he has exhibited widely, including the celebrated Prix de West at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum. In 2010, the Gilcrease Museum honored Coleman with a retrospective of his career.

The sculpture appears to be in good condition with no damage or evidence of restoration. The surface of the sculpture has a polychrome patina; it is mounted on a dark brown walnut base.