Chief Spotted Elk
Contemporary Realism
1905
46.0 x 31.0 cm
Joseph Henry Sharp (1859 – 1953)
Joseph Henry Sharp (1859-1953) was a Taos Society of Artists founder known for realistic Native American portraits & Western scenes. Commissioned by Roosevelt, his art captures Indigenous culture with striking detail.
About this artwork
- Title: Chief Spotted Elk
- Artist: Joseph Henry Sharp
- Year: 1905
- Original dimensions: 46.0 x 31.0 cm
- Format: Portrait
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Movement: Contemporary Realism
- Creative period: Mature Period
- Color palette: Earthy
- Keywords: american indian , realistic portrait , western art style