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Sioux Chief

c. 1915

Edward Borein

Associated Names

Edward Borein

Artist, American, 1872 - 1945

This image shows a trio of Native American warriors on horseback. The riders are depicted in a detailed style with a high horizon in the background showing a vast landscape. The figures and landscape are created using fine etching lines, giving the scene a sepia color palette. The warriors are posed dynamically on their horses, holding spears or bows, with intricate details in their clothing and accessories. The surroundings show sparse vegetation and arid land stretching into the distance under a vast sky.

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Artwork overview

Medium

etching
Credit Line

Reba and Dave Williams Collection, Gift of the Print Research Foundation
Dimensions

Image:201 x 298mm
Sheet:296 x 458mm
Accession Number

2008.115.321
Catalogue Raisonné

Galvin 1971, no. 159

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1971

Galvin, John. The Etchings of Edward Borein: A Catalogue of His Work. San Francisco: John Howel, 1971.

Inscriptions

Inscribed: In Pencil: bottom left, Sioux Indians, Montana (all caps); Signed: In Pencil: lower right, Edward Borein

Wikidata ID

Q76440661

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