The Crow Scout 1890

charlesmrussell

abstract expressionism

abstract painting

impressionist landscape

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

fluid art

acrylic on canvas

underpainting

painting painterly

watercolor

"The Crow Scout" is a watercolor painting by Charles M. Russell, a renowned American artist known for his depictions of the American West. Painted in 1890, it depicts a Native American Crow warrior on horseback, riding through a rugged landscape. Russell's style, known for its dynamism and attention to detail, captures the spirit of the American frontier and the bravery of Native American peoples. The artwork showcases Russell's talent for depicting the interaction between humans and nature, emphasizing the close bond between the warrior, his steed, and the vast wilderness.