The Scalp Lock after 1898

"The Scalp Lock" is a bronze sculpture by Frederic Remington depicting a Native American warrior on horseback. The warrior, who is poised atop a rearing horse, raises a tomahawk in his right hand, his face contorted in a fierce expression. Created after 1898, this work showcases Remington's signature style, a blend of realism and romanticized depictions of the American West, capturing the dynamism of a moment in Native American history. The sculpture currently resides at The Art Institute of Chicago.