Roping a Grizzly 1903

"Roping a Grizzly" (1903) by Charles M. Russell depicts a thrilling scene of a cowboy on horseback attempting to lasso a grizzly bear. Russell, known for his depictions of Western life, captures the raw energy of the event with dynamic brushstrokes. The scene takes place in a wide-open landscape, with the figures and animals appearing small in comparison to the vastness of the terrain. Russell’s signature style combines realism with a romanticized view of the West, making this artwork a celebrated example of American Western art.