Leonard Howard is a 20th-century Navajo (Diné) sculptor known for hand-carved alabaster, soapstone, and marble figures representing Native American culture. He specializes in intricate, polished, and natural-surfaced figures featuring traditional dress, spiritual, and warrior iconography. His work has appeared in regional Southwestern galleries and auctions. 

Key Aspects of Leonard Howard's Work:

• Artistic Focus: Howard is recognized for creating detailed, often small-scale, sculptures (approx. 9 inches) of Native American subjects, including figures, bears, and other animals.

• Style: His style combines smooth, highly polished areas with raw, natural stone textures to highlight the material's character.

• Significance: His pieces are often signed and considered collectible, reflecting both traditional and contemporary Navajo artistic traditions.

• Background: Active in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, his sculptures are representative of Native American art from the Southwest, particularly Arizona and New Mexico.