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Portfolio VI, Plate 212: Cheyenne Girl, by Edward S. Curtis, 1905

Portfolio VI, Plate 212: Cheyenne Girl

Edward S. Curtis

1905

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Portfolio VI, Plate 212: Cheyenne Girl 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 is a black-and-white portrait of a young woman. She’s wearing a beaded necklace and a shawl with long fringe hanging down the front. Her hair is pulled back into two thick braids, and she has a serious look on her face. The photo was taken in 1905, and the artist wanted to show her traditional clothing clearly. The lighting makes her face stand out against the dark background. If you like this style, check out The Cleveland Museum of Art to see more works like this.

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