Who painted Portfolio XII, Plate 405: Watching the Dancers?

Portfolio XII, Plate 405: Watching the Dancers was painted by Edward S. Curtis in 1905.

Where can I see Portfolio XII, Plate 405: Watching the Dancers?

Portfolio XII, Plate 405: Watching the Dancers is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

Artwork

Portfolio XII, Plate 405: Watching the Dancers

Edward S. Curtis , 1905

Portfolio XII, Plate 405: Watching the Dancers is a work on paper by Edward S. Curtis. It dates from 1905 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1995.203.32.6
Credit line: Presented by Mrs. James H. Hoyt, Elton Hoyt, II, and Mrs. Amasa Stone Mather in memory of James H. Hoyt

About this work

Overview

Portfolio XII, Plate 405: Watching the Dancers is a photographic work by Edward S. Curtis, created in 1905. It is part of a collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The image shows a group of traditionally dressed individuals on a stone structure, gazing out at a vast landscape. Their cloaks and headpieces suggest a cultural or ceremonial context, with the scene possibly capturing a moment of observation or anticipation.

Technique & Style

Rendered in sepia tone, the photograph employs chiaroscuro to create depth and drama. The arrangement of figures, with some standing and others seated, contributes to a sense of perspective and narrative tension.