Portfolio VI, Plate 205: Bringing the Sweat-Lodge Willows - Piegan

1900

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Portfolio VI, Plate 205: Bringing the Sweat-Lodge Willows - Piegan is a 1900 by Edward S. Curtis, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Edward S. Curtis
When & what style?: 1900
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This photo shows a group of people riding horses across an open field. Tall grass sways around them, and a few palm-like plants lean in the wind. The riders wear long clothes and hats, some holding sticks or bundles. The sky is flat and light, with no clouds in sight. The title says they’re carrying "sweat-lodge willows," which were likely used for a ceremony. The photo looks old, with a faded, brownish tone. Next, check out Edward S. Curtis (American, 1868–1952) to see more of his work.