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Portfolio III, Plate 86

Edward S. Curtis

1905

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Early Modern

Dominant colour

Portfolio III, Plate 86 is a 1905 by Edward S. Curtis, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Edward S. Curtis
When & what style?: 1905
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This photo shows two people sitting on a rocky hilltop. They’re wrapped in dark robes, facing away, with a horse tied nearby. The land around them is dry and barren, with flat rocks and sparse grass. The title calls this place "the Bad Lands," which sounds harsh and empty. The photo’s sepia tone makes everything look faded and quiet. Next, check out *The Cleveland Museum of Art* to see more of this work in person.