Henry W. Karnes 1905

This 1905 portrait by Henry Arthur McArdle depicts Henry W. Karnes, a young man likely from the American frontier. Karnes stands holding a long rifle, his attire and the hunting horn at his hip suggest he is a skilled hunter. McArdle captures the ruggedness of the American frontier through realistic detail and a sense of quiet strength in Karnes' stance. This piece, painted in a representational style, provides insight into the lives of individuals during a pivotal period in American history.