Marcellus "Mars" Biggoose. ( ORIGINAL ART)

10 total pieces total all professionally framed from zig Based on the signature, the artist is Marcellus "Mars" Biggoose (1(contact info removed)), a renowned Native American artist from the Ponca Tribe. ​Spiritual and Emotional Subjects: His work often depicts aspects of Native American spirituality, tradition, and profound emotion, like the visible tear in the first image, sometimes influenced by the Native American Church. ​🎨 About the Artist: Mars Biggoose (1(contact info removed)) ​Full Name: Marcellus Edward "Mars" Biggoose. ​Tribe: Ponca Tribe of Oklahoma. ​Education: He was an alumnus of the Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA) in Santa Fe, New Mexico (graduating in 1963), and also attended Haskell Indian Institute in Kansas. ​Style: His work is often described as "poetic in color and form" and "free-flowing spiritual art." It falls under the contemporary Native American fine art movement, utilizing modern design elements to depict traditional and spiritual subjects. ​Notable Accomplishment: Mars Biggoose is credited with designing the Great Ponca Seal of Oklahoma. ​Collections: His artwork is included in the permanent collection of major institutions, including the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian in Washington, D.C. ​Themes: His paintings frequently explore spiritual aspects, often reflecting the influence of the Native American Church. ​

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Used (normal wear)