Who painted Portfolio III, Plate 86?

Portfolio III, Plate 86 was painted by Edward S. Curtis in 1905.

Where can I see Portfolio III, Plate 86?

Portfolio III, Plate 86 is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

Artwork

Portfolio III, Plate 86

Edward S. Curtis , 1905

Portfolio III, Plate 86 is a work on paper by Edward S. Curtis. It dates from 1905 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1995.203.23.11
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 86 / A Gray Day in the Bad Lands is a photograph by Edward S. Curtis, created in 1905. It is part of a larger collection held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The image depicts two figures cloaked in dark robes seated on a rocky outcropping, gazing out at a desolate landscape. The title references the Bad Lands, suggesting a harsh environment. The scene conveys a sense of stillness and isolation.

Technique & Style

The photograph is rendered in sepia tone, lending a muted, subdued quality to the image. This tonality contributes to the overall atmosphere of quiet contemplation.