Colonel William F. Cody (Buffalo Bill) by Rosa Bonheur. A formal portrait of Buffalo Bill sitting atop a white horse on a dirt path against a backdrop of trees and a soft blue sky.

Colonel William F. Cody (Buffalo Bill)

Rosa Bonheur

1889 · Oil Paint, Canvas

An iconic 19th-century portrait of the legendary Buffalo Bill on a striking white horse, captured by the celebrated painter Rosa Bonheur.

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Where it works

A substantial, grounding work in a warmer tonal register — supports a polished room with depth.

Often works in
Living Room · Study · Library
Placement
Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
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Reads strongest when the wall gives it contrast
Color notes
Olive green, Soft gray, Rich brown

About the piece

Painted in 1889, this masterful oil portrait by Rosa Bonheur depicts Colonel William F. Cody, better known as Buffalo Bill, during his European tour. The work showcases Bonheur's world-renowned skill in rendering animals, particularly the luminous texture of the horse's white coat against the earthy tones of the landscape.

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