Portfolio VI, Plate 207: Piegan Encampment

1900

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Portfolio VI, Plate 207: Piegan Encampment is a 1900 by Edward S. Curtis, depicting Tent, 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 painting shows a Piegan encampment with tipis and people. It's interesting because it gives us a glimpse into the daily life of the Piegan people. The photographer, Edward S. Curtis, spent a lot of time with Native American tribes, learning about their customs and ways of life. You can learn more about this style of photography by looking at the work of the artist: Edward S. Curtis (American, 1868–1952)