Navajo Trader 1929

"Navajo Trader" is a 1929 etching by American artist Wallace Leroy De Wolf (1854-1930). The artwork portrays a Native American man, likely a Navajo, holding a silver ring, possibly a trade item, in his hand. De Wolf's work often depicted scenes of the American West, including portraits of Native Americans. "Navajo Trader" exemplifies the artist's realistic style and his interest in capturing the lives and cultures of indigenous peoples. The etching, measuring 253 x 193 mm, features a detailed depiction of the subject's face and clothing, emphasizing the artist's technical skill and the expressiveness of the medium.