#17 (Red Dancer) c. 1940s

"#17 (Red Dancer)" is a gouache painting by Kiowa artist Stephen Mopope, created in the 1940s. Mopope, a renowned figure in the Kiowa Five group of artists, depicts a Kiowa man in full ceremonial regalia performing a traditional dance. The colorful and stylized artwork is characteristic of Mopope's style, showcasing his skillful use of line and form to depict the movement and dynamism of the dance. The artist's signature is prominently displayed in the lower right corner of the artwork.