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Portfolio VI, Plate 215: Cheyenne Warriors

Edward S. Curtis

1905

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Early Modern

Dominant colour

Portfolio VI, Plate 215: Cheyenne Warriors 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 painting shows three horses standing in a field of tall grass, with two Native American men riding them. The men wear traditional clothing and headdresses, and one holds a feathered staff. The background is a cloudy sky. The image is rendered in a sepia tone, which gives it a warm, nostalgic feel. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and dimensionality. This painting is by Edward S. Curtis (American, 1868–1952), who was known for his photographs of Native American tribes.