Who painted Portfolio I, Plate 22: Jicarilla Maiden?

Portfolio I, Plate 22: Jicarilla Maiden was painted by Edward S. Curtis in 1904.

Where can I see Portfolio I, Plate 22: Jicarilla Maiden?

Portfolio I, Plate 22: Jicarilla Maiden is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

Artwork

Portfolio I, Plate 22: Jicarilla Maiden

Edward S. Curtis , 1904

Portfolio I, Plate 22: Jicarilla Maiden is a work on paper by Edward S. Curtis. It dates from 1904 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1995.203.21.22
Credit line: Presented by Mrs. James H. Hoyt, Elton Hoyt, II, and Mrs. Amasa Stone Mather in memory of James H. Hoyt

About this work

Overview

Portfolio I, Plate 22: Jicarilla Maiden is a black-and-white photographic portrait by Edward S. Curtis, dated to 1904, currently part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts a young Jicarilla woman, her calm demeanor and direct gaze set against a soft, shadowy backdrop. Her attire, including large beaded necklaces, earrings, and a striped dress, is prominently featured to emphasize her cultural identity.

Technique & Style

The photograph employs a chiaroscuro lighting effect, where strong contrasts between light and dark draw attention to the subject's face and adornments, creating a sense of depth and highlighting the textures of her jewelry and clothing.

History & Provenance

Created in 1904 by Edward S. Curtis, the work is now held in the permanent collection of The Cleveland Museum of Art.