Portfolio VIII, Plate 257: Yellow Bull - Nez Percé

1905

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Portfolio VIII, Plate 257: Yellow Bull - Nez Percé 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 photo of a man wearing a tall feathered headdress and a beaded headband. His face is serious, with deep lines and a slight frown. He’s holding a pipe in one hand and has a fur collar around his neck. The photo looks like it was taken a long time ago, showing a moment of quiet strength. The artist wanted to capture this person’s dignity and tradition. Next, check out *The Cleveland Museum of Art* to see more works like this.