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Coyote
Coyote
Coyote
Museum of International Folk Art
DepartmentHispano

Coyote

NameSculpture
Maker Rory Alvarez
CultureHispanic-American
Date1986
Place madeRio Rancho, New Mexico, United States, North America
MediumWood, gesso, paint, nylon whiskers, glue, metal nails,
DimensionsOverall: 34 1/4 x 16 9/16 x 17 5/16 in. (87 x 42 x 44 cm)
Credit LineIFAF Collection
Object numberFA.2010.89.1
DescriptionSeated, howling coyote, painted gray with white throat and chest and black tipped tail and ears. Dry-brush streaks of black and white "fur" overall, and inset black and white tipped nylon whiskers. Conical round mouth, black nose.
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