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Portfolio I, Plate 4: Apache-Land

Edward S. Curtis

1903

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Early Modern

Dominant colour

Portfolio I, Plate 4: Apache-Land is a 1903 by Edward S. Curtis, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Edward S. Curtis
When & what style?: 1903
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This photo shows four people riding horses through a dry, rocky landscape. The person in front wears a dark hat and a long coat, carrying a bag on their horse. Behind them, three others follow on horseback, dressed in lighter clothing. Trees and hills frame the scene, giving it a quiet, open feel. The photo’s title, *Apache-Land*, hints it might show a specific place or group of people, though it’s not clear from the image alone. The lighting is soft, with shadows blending into the background. Look up *The Cleveland Museum of Art* to see more works like this.