Who painted Portfolio III, Plate 119: In the Bad Lands?

Portfolio III, Plate 119: In the Bad Lands was painted by Edward S. Curtis in 1904.

Where can I see Portfolio III, Plate 119: In the Bad Lands?

Portfolio III, Plate 119: In the Bad Lands is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

Artwork

Portfolio III, Plate 119: In the Bad Lands

Edward S. Curtis , 1904

Portfolio III, Plate 119: In the Bad Lands 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.: 1995.203.23.36
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 III, Plate 119: In the Bad Lands is a work by Edward S. Curtis, created in 1904, and is currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The image depicts three horsemen traversing a desolate, rocky terrain characterized by jagged cliffs and deep shadows, evoking a sense of isolation and harsh environment.

Technique & Style

Curtis employed shading techniques to convey the dramatic and rugged qualities of the landscape, accentuated by a dark and stormy sky.