The Captive Charger, 1880 by W. R. Hassett Steel Engraving Streeter sale 2663

Streeter sale 2663

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A recent exhibit at the Amon Carter Museum described the painting as showing five Indians and Jemima in a canoe

The Captive Charger, 1880 by W. R. Hassett Steel Engraving Streeter sale 2663W. R. Hassett after Carl WimarThe Captive Charger, 1880Signed W. R. Hassett and dated 1880 and inscribed C. Wimar 1854 (ll); inscribed as titled on the reverseOil on canvas30 x 40 5 8 inches Canvas, 36 1 2 x47 1 4 inches Framed This dramatic painting depicts American Indians returning home at dusk with a captured horse. The sense of drama is heightened by the silhouettes of the riders, weapons, and tall grasses against the brilliant yellow orange