Earl Biss Print Appraisal

"Look Both Ways" Framed Limited Edition Lithograph by Earl Biss

This item is a framed limited edition lithograph by the renowned Crow master artist Earl Biss (1947–1998). The artwork features a sweeping, atmospheric landscape typical of Biss's contemporary Native American style, characterized by fluid brushstrokes and a vibrant yet moody color palette of deep indigos, teals, and earthy browns. The piece depicts a canyon or mesa-like setting with dynamic sky-work. It is hand-signed by the artist in the lower right margin in pencil, with the title "Look Both Ways" and the date "1983" also inscribed. The print shows high-quality registration and ink saturation on archival paper. The artwork is professionally mounted with a multi-layered mat, including a burgundy outer mat and a cream inner mat, housed behind glass. While the print surface appears in excellent condition without visible foxing or fading, there is a minor reflection highlighting the glass protection. The framing indicates a late 20th-century aesthetic, consistent with the 1983 production date. Biss was a central figure in the New Native American Art movement, and this piece demonstrates his characteristic fusion of Impressionism with indigenous themes.