Artwork
Portfolio II, Plate 60

Portfolio II, Plate 60 is a work on paper by Edward S. Curtis. It dates from 1903 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Portfolio II, Plate 60 / Quniáika-Mohave is a photographic work by Edward S. Curtis, created in 1903.
Subject & Meaning
The image is a close-up portrait of a person with a serious expression, featuring strong facial lines and dark hair tied back, conveying a sense of dignity and introspection.
Technique & Style
The photograph employs chiaroscuro, with soft, one-sided lighting that creates deep shadows, emphasizing the subject's facial textures and giving the image a sense of depth and realism.
History & Provenance
The work is part of a portfolio by Curtis and is held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
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