Lewis and Clark on the Lower Columbia by Charles M. Russell

Lewis and Clark on the Lower Columbia 1905

charlesmrussell

boat

abstract expressionism

abstract painting

vehicle

impressionist landscape

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

fluid art

acrylic on canvas

underpainting

painting painterly

expressionist

Charles M. Russell's 1905 painting "Lewis and Clark on the Lower Columbia" depicts a pivotal moment in the Lewis and Clark Expedition. The artwork showcases the explorers navigating the treacherous waters of the Columbia River, encountering Native American tribes and the challenges of uncharted territory. Russell, renowned for his depictions of the American West, captures the raw beauty of the landscape and the tension between exploration and indigenous culture. This romanticized interpretation of a historical event highlights the importance of the Lewis and Clark Expedition in shaping the American frontier.