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When we need any kind of fine woodworking, the first source that comes to mind is Chris Sandoval and Artisans of the Desert. They consistently meet and exceed our expectations with quality, on-time work that we have not been able to find elsewhere."

Terry Bluhm
Exhibits Department, New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science

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Shows, Awards & Recognition

Chris Sandoval's furniture has been shown widely at shows and museums and has received numerous awards. This page offers a partial list of shows, awards and other recognition.

Furniture Shows & Awards

  • Spanish Market -- 1991 through 2006
    • First Place -- 1996, 1999, 2004
    • Purchase Award -- 1999
    • Honorable Mention -- 2001
    • Alan and Ann Vedder Award -- 2006
  • State Fair Hispanic Arts Show -- 1995, 1996
    • First Place 1995, Honorable Mention 1996
  • Heard Museum Show Indian Spanish Market -- 1998, 1999
    • People's Choice Award -- 1999
  • New Mexico Arts & Crafts Fair -- 1983
    • Jurors Show -- 1995
  • Santa Fe Furniture Expo -- 1995
  • Winter Spanish Market -- 1991 through 2005
  • Feria Artesana -- 1981 through 1986

Collections & Commissions

  • Desert Caballeros Western Museum, The Art of Western Living -- 2001 to 2002
  • Spanish Colonial Arts Society, Museum Collection -- 1999
  • The Taylor Museum of the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center -- 1996, 1997
  • The New Mexico Capitol Art Collection -- 1991
  • Pecos National Monument -- 1985
    • Lobby Furnishings
  • La Posada of Albuquerque -- 1984
    • Restoration Carving of Hotel Lobby