Horsetail Dance

1946

Anna Barry

Associated Names
Anna Barry

Artist, American, 1909 - 2001

This is a painting of a Native American dance around a fire. The painting depicts three figures in motion, adorned with feathered headdresses and attire that includes beads and fringes, energetically dancing around a central fire. The colors of reds, yellows, and oranges suggest the warmth and glow of the firelight, contrasting with the blues and greens that depict the surrounding environment, including several tepees in the background. Two additional figures in the back appear to be engaged in a role. The scene is dynamic, capturing a sense of celebration or ritual.
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Inscribed: In pencil: lower right corner, (script) Anna Barry; lower left corner, (script) Horse Tail Dance.

Wikidata ID

Q76440650

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