Navajo Trackers 1926

charlesmrussell

abstract painting

impressionist landscape

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

fluid art

acrylic on canvas

underpainting

painting painterly

watercolour illustration

watercolor

"Navajo Trackers" is a 1926 watercolor painting by Charles M. Russell, depicting a group of Navajo trackers on horseback in a desert landscape. Known for his depictions of the American West, Russell captures the rugged beauty of the environment and the skill of the Navajo people in tracking prey. The painting showcases Russell's signature style, characterized by bold brushstrokes, vivid colors, and a sense of realism. This piece exemplifies the artistic movement of Western Art, reflecting the fascination with the West's untamed beauty and the lives of its native inhabitants.