Two Apachee Warriors and a Woman

George Catlin

National Gallery of Art

The image shows three individuals depicted in full body within an oval frame. The person on the left is standing slightly to the side, holding a spear, with their head turned towards the center figure. They have long, dark hair adorned with feathers and wear minimal clothing consisting of a wrapped skirt made of soft material. The middle figure stands facing to their left, draped in a rich brown fur cape and a colorful, patterned pink garment with detailed designs. This person also has long hair with feathers. The person on the right is positioned forward and is dressed in a long-sleeved reddish-brown top and a blue-green skirt, their long dark hair is styled with intricate braiding. Each of the individuals wears beaded jewelry, such as necklaces. The background is a soft landscape with blurred green foliage and a cloudy sky, set within a neutral-toned border.