Pastoral Scenes
The Cheyenne Brothers Starting on Their Fall Hunt
George Catlin
This evocative 19th-century painting by George Catlin depicts a Cheyenne family preparation for a seasonal hunt in a sweeping western landscape.
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The Cheyenne Brothers Returning from Their Fall Hunt
George Catlin
1861 · Medium Not Listed
A narrative 19th-century landscape depicting Cheyenne figures returning from a hunt amidst rolling hills.
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Where it works
A balanced artwork with steady presence with warm wood and umber notes — holds a wall without competing for attention.
- Often works in
- Living Room · Office · Study
- Placement
- Strong over sofas, beds, buffets, or wider open walls
- Walls
- Best with clear wall contrast
- Color notes
- Rich brown, Soft gray, Olive green
About the piece
Painted by George Catlin around 1861, this narrative work captures a moment of return for Cheyenne hunters. The scene is set against a vast, atmospheric landscape of golden fields and soft blue skies, rendered with the artist's characteristic attention to cultural detail and environmental mood. Catlin's work provides a unique and valuable window into the life and landscapes of the Great Plains during the 19th century.
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