Framed Signed Portait of Hollow Horn Bear by Edward Sheriff Curtis

This item is a framed, sepia-toned photographic print of the Brulé Lakota leader Hollow Horn Bear, originally captured by the renowned photographer Edward S. Curtis. The portrait displays the subject in profile, wearing an elaborate eagle feather war bonnet and traditional breastplate. The print is housed behind glass in a dark wood frame with a textured, mottled finish that resembles burl wood or faux-leather patterning. It is presented with a thick chocolate brown mat that complements the earthy tones of the sepia image. There is a visible handwritten signature on the lower right of the print, likely that of the photographer or a sanctioned reproduction artist, along with a title inscription on the lower left and what appears to be a limited edition numbering. The overall condition looks stable, though there is a prominent glare on the glass from a camera flash, obscuring some central details. The frame shows minor cosmetic wear consistent with age. This piece exemplifies the early 20th-century pictorialist style, characterized by soft focus and dramatic lighting intended to elevate photography to a fine art form. It captures high detail in the feathers and facial features, indicating a high-quality reproductive process from the late 20th century.