Adobe Hacienda Diorama by Cindy Duff, 1990 – Wood & Mixed Media View Watchlist >
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Adobe Hacienda Diorama by Cindy Duff, 1990 – Wood & Mixed Media
Charming Adobe Hacienda diorama by Cindy Duff, signed and dated 1990 on the underside. The artist constructs a richly detailed Southwestern homestead scene featuring stucco-style adobe walls, curved parapets, red clay–inspired roof tiles, hanging chile ristras, handmade pottery, modeled cacti, and small animal figures. Natural rocks and organic materials are carefully integrated, enhancing the desert landscape and giving the piece an inviting, realistic texture.
Mounted on a shaped wooden base, this handcrafted work reflects Duff’s early artistic sensibilities and her knack for combining natural elements with sculpted components. A distinctive decorative piece for collectors of Southwestern art, folk dioramas, or regional artisan craftsmanship.
CONDITION
In good condition with no damage noted. All elements remain intact, with only minor handling wear consistent with age and display. Please review photos for additional detail.
DIMENSIONS / SIZE
- Height: 9 inches
- Width: 22 inches
- Depth: 8 inches
- Weight: 4 lbs 15 oz
Please Note: Soup for Scale in Photo
Artist Bio: Cindy Duff
Cindy Duff is an American artist whose work reflects a strong sense of design and an appreciation for natural materials. Active since at least the late 20th century, Duff has created artworks that blend handcrafted structure with organic elements, often drawing inspiration from the landscapes and architectural traditions of the American Southwest. Her pieces show a careful attention to texture, composition, and environmental detail, using materials such as wood, stone, and botanicals to build dimensional scenes with a warm, rustic character.
Though known primarily for her mixed-media and handcrafted works, Duff’s style demonstrates an early connection to themes of regional heritage and natural form. Pieces from the early 1990s, such as this signed adobe hacienda diorama, illustrate her thoughtful approach to storytelling through miniature environments and tactile materials.
