Man and Two Women (Henderson Ledger Artist B) 1862 - 1902

"Man and Two Women (Henderson Ledger Artist B)" is a drawing by Frank Henderson, a self-taught Native American artist from the Kiowa tribe, who lived from 1862 to 1885. The artwork, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, depicts a man on horseback, a woman standing near him, and a woman standing to the right. The drawing style is characteristic of the ledger drawings, created on paper taken from government ledgers, a popular art form among Native American tribes in the 19th century. The artwork showcases the artist’s skill in depicting figures, clothing, and horses, and reflects the cultural practices and daily life of the Kiowa people during this period.