Who painted Portfolio VIII, Plate 266: Nez Percé Babe?

Portfolio VIII, Plate 266: Nez Percé Babe was painted by Edward S. Curtis in 1905.

Where can I see Portfolio VIII, Plate 266: Nez Percé Babe?

Portfolio VIII, Plate 266: Nez Percé Babe is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

Artwork

Portfolio VIII, Plate 266: Nez Percé Babe

Edward S. Curtis , 1905

Portfolio VIII, Plate 266: Nez Percé Babe 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.

About this work

This shot is part of his big project to document their lives and traditions before he thought they would disappear.

This photo-like image shows a young Nez Percé girl in a dark dress standing near a tree. Her face is calm and her hands rest at her sides. Edward Curtis took this picture in 1905.

He traveled across America making records of Native peoples. This shot is part of his big project to document their lives and traditions before he thought they would disappear.

Want to see more? Check out Edward S. Curtis (American, 1868–1952).