Free Trappers 1911

"Free Trappers" is a 1911 oil painting by American artist Charles M. Russell, known for his depictions of the American West. The painting captures a scene of a lone trapper on horseback, silhouetted against a snow-capped mountain range at sunset. Russell’s iconic style is evident in the dramatic composition, vibrant colors, and romanticized portrayal of frontier life, reflecting the era’s fascination with the Wild West. The painting evokes a sense of adventure and solitude, highlighting the trapper’s rugged independence in a vast, untamed landscape.