Donald Vann: At The Dance Print | 603/850 | Mint Never Framed
Donald Vann: At The Dance Print | 603/850 | Mint Never Framed
Technical Details
Artist: Donald Vann (Cherokee)
Title: At The Dance
Year Published: 1995
Medium: Limited Edition Offset Lithograph
Edition Number: 603/850
Condition: Mint, Never Framed
Image Size: 10”h x 7”w
Sheet Size: 12-1/2"h x 8-1/2"w
Publisher: Native American Images (Austin, TX)
Description of the Artwork
"At The Dance" is a masterclass in Donald Vann’s "mystical realism," capturing the spiritual essence of Cherokee ceremonial life. The composition features a traditional dancer rendered with the soft, ethereal palette and atmospheric light that are hallmarks of Vann’s mid-90s portfolio. Unlike larger landscape works, this intimate format emphasizes the delicate detail of the regalia and the quiet dignity of the subject. The print’s subtle gradients—ranging from cool grays to warm earth tones—perfectly preserve the fluidity of Vann's original watercolor technique.
Artist Bio: Donald Vann
Donald Vann (b. 1949) is a full-blood Cherokee artist from Oklahoma and one of the most prominent figures in 20th-century Native American art. A protégé of the legendary Jerome Tiger, Vann developed a style that blends traditional Southern Plains imagery with a unique, mystical atmosphere. Over his prolific career, he has received top honors from the Smithsonian Institution’s Museum of the American Indian and the Council of Five Civilized Tribes. His work is held in permanent collections globally, including the Philbrook Museum in Tulsa. Known for his ability to make the viewer "see with their heart instead of their eyes," Vann's sold-out editions from the Native American Images era remain highly sought after by collectors for their technical precision and spiritual depth.
Provenance and Authentication
We provide a 100% Lifetime Guarantee of Authenticity for this work. This print was acquired from a retired North Carolina frame shop in February/March 2026 is new and has never been framed. Documentation includes the original publisher-issued Certificate of Authenticity (COA) and the publisher's original protective sleeve.
Inquiry & Shipping
Shipping: Ships flat and well protected.
Inquiries: Please contact SecondMoonshot for high-resolution images of the art, edition numbering, and documentation.
Framing available upon request.
