Eagle Dancer

“The inspiration is just my faith, knowing somehow that things will work out.” – Charles Pabst

The Marcus Ashley Gallery prides itself on showcasing Charles Pabst art within its prestigious walls. As part of the gallery’s collection of modern, pop, impressionist, and hyper-realism exhibits, Pabst’s landscape paintings are a sight to behold. The artist’s work is highly praised for its calming themes and rich storytelling.

Pabst creates a riveting composition of value, balance, and perspective in Eagle Dancer. Native Americans have always revered eagles for their symbolic relevance. The agile creature is considered a symbol of power, strength, and wisdom. To wear the feathers of a bald or golden eagle is a privilege. These feathers are incorporated into one’s attire for an eagle dance. Natives often perform this ritual to offer prayers to the heavens for rain, healing, or creating new friendships.

In Eagle Dancer, a tribesman performs in the glow of a bonfire as Pueblo natives observe silently from the shadows of their adobe homes. You can feel the weight of this sacred moment as smoke rises skyward along with the tribesman’s heartfelt prayers. Interested buyers will find that Eagle Dancer beautifully preserves a cultural tradition through the eyes of Pabst.