Sunday in the Park 2010

"Sunday in the Park" is a 2010 painting by Kent Monkman. The artwork features a group of Indigenous figures relaxing in a picturesque mountain setting, referencing the romanticized depictions of the American West in 19th-century landscape paintings. Monkman's work, however, challenges those traditional portrayals by reimagining the scene through an Indigenous lens, showcasing the beauty and resilience of Indigenous cultures. The painting is a playful yet critical commentary on the history of colonialism and the ongoing struggle for Indigenous rights.