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Portfolio XII, Plate 412: The Hopi Maiden

Portfolio XII, Plate 412: The Hopi Maiden, by Edward S. Curtis, 1905
Portfolio XII, Plate 412: The Hopi Maiden, by Edward S. Curtis, 1905

Portfolio XII, Plate 412: The Hopi Maiden 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

The image is rendered in shades of gray, with the woman's face and clothing depicted in varying tones.

This portrait presents a close-up view of a woman's face, her head turned to the left. Her dark hair is styled in an updo, and she wears a light-colored top with a high neckline. A dark garment is draped over her shoulders.

The image is rendered in shades of gray, with the woman's face and clothing depicted in varying tones. The background is a lighter gray, providing a subtle contrast to the subject.

The Hopi Maiden, created by Edward S. Curtis in 1905, is held at The Cleveland Museum of Art. To learn more about the artist's techniques, explore the art movement of chiaroscuro.

Overview

Portfolio XII, Plate 412: The Hopi Maiden is a photographic work by Edward S. Curtis, dated 1905, currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The image is a close-up portrait of a woman, likely of Hopi descent, turned to the left, with her dark hair styled in an updo and wearing traditional clothing.

Technique & Style

The photograph is rendered in various shades of gray, with the subject's face and attire depicted in nuanced tones against a lighter gray background, utilizing chiaroscuro techniques to create depth and contrast.

Artist & collection

Artist

Edward S. Curtis

Edward S. Curtis (1868–1952) was an American artist.

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