Extremely rare and vibrant nine-color original ‘Red Cloud’ lithograph for Buffalo Bill’s Wild West and Congress of Rough Riders of the World, by A. Hoen and Co. This highly sought after litho measures 19 x 23.5, and shows Red Cloud atop his horse overlooking a prairie landscape, with a small fox perched on a rock and Native American warriors in the background, armed and on horseback. Litho is captioned along the bottom, “The Red Fox ‘Red Cloud’ Waiting and Watching.” Attractively archivally-matted and framed to an overall size of 26.5 x 31. In fine, bright condition, with slightly trimmed edges, a few trivial holes to background, and slight dampstaining along bottom edge.
Famous for his military achievements against the US Army and his efforts to lead his people in the transition from the open prairies to reservation life, Oglala Lakota Sioux Chief Red Cloud was one of the strongest Indian chiefs to appear in Buffalo Bill’s show. This gorgeous poster highlights the renowned warrior’s cunning and swiftness, likening him to the fox, alert and watching for danger or opportunity. He investigates, with his warriors on horseback in the background, armed and ready for their leader’s command. Sought after by both classic lithography collectors and Western enthusiasts, this is an exceedingly rare and highly desirable original from the celebrated A. Hoen and Co. Oversized. RR Auction COA.
