Theodora’s work is defined by its zia sensibility — an enduring influence on generations that followed. Most artists are dead; following is a declaration of love.
Polychrome Jar
Possibly Theodora Galvan Shije, Hayeina (Zia Pueblo, c. 1899–1990) Pueblo of Zia, New Mexico
Bottle Rack (Porte-Bouteilles)
Marcel Duchamp American, born France, 1887–1968
A Woman Seated in an Armchair
Jesús Guerrero Galván Mexican, 1910-1973
Seated Woman
Anonymous Follis (Coin), Attributed to Theodora
Byzantine
Coin Portraying Empress Theodora
Roman
Lace Curtain for Mayor Daley
Barnett Newman American, 1905-1970
Untitled
Donald Judd American, 1928–1994
Jack of Diamonds
H. C. Westermann American, 1922-1981
Ophelia
Odilon Redon French, 1840-1916
Angry Young Machine
Untitled (Standing Figure)
Richard Hunt American, 1935-2023
The Beacon
Native Hosts for Chicago
Hock E Aye Vi Edgar Heap of Birds Native American, Cheyenne/Arapaho, born 1954
Theodora Arthur Walter American, 20th century
Hippopotamus
Cross River Region Southern Nigeria Coastal West Africa
Self-Portrait
Walter Shirlaw (American, 1838–1909)
Martin Vanden Bogaert Desjardins
Gérard Edelinck (French, born Flanders, 1640-1707) after Hyacinthe Rigaud (French, 1659-1743)
Remembrance of Italy
Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot (French, 1796-1875) printed by Auguste Delâtre (French, 1822-1907) published by Cadart et Chavalier, Editeurs (French, 1801-1900)