№ 47470 / Paintings

BUTTERFLY DANCE

$165.00

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Maker: John Farnsworth
Made in: Flagstaff, AZ
Type: Print Material
Availability: In stock at maker
Indexed: May 1, 2026
Last verified: May 1, 2026
Fulfilled by: John Farnsworth — direct

Made in Flagstaff, AZ by John Farnsworth. Arizona-born painter (b.1941) working full-time since 1967 in watercolor and oil.

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John Farnsworth

Flagstaff, AZ · Painting & Landscape

Arizona-born painter (b.1941) working full-time since 1967 in watercolor and oil. Best known for Kachina paintings and his distinctive equestrian and bull subjects, with intimate drawings up to large-scale murals.

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"Butterfly Dance," a pastel on board by John Farnsworth from 1978, captures a poignant scene of cultural celebration and heritage. This vibrant artwork features two young girls performing the traditional Butterfly Dance, adorned in elaborate dance costumes with large, ornate wings that symbolize transformation and renewal. Draped in layers of stunning turquoise jewelry, including jacla and squash blossom necklaces, the dancers exude the spiritual and aesthetic richness of their heritage. In the background, spectators dressed in traditional clothing and jewelry watch intently, while a small ...