Split Horn Bonnet by Kenneth Riley

Split Horn Bonnet by Kenneth Riley

 

Canvas released 1998

 

His paintings are in the permanent collections of The White House and the Smithsonian, he's the 1995 winner of the coveted Prix de West award and a member of the Cowboy Artists of America—Ken Riley's list of accolades is impressive, and we are proud to publish another of his fine art textured canvases. The Plains Indians of the 19th century, ever respectful of wildlife and land, used many natural materials in their ceremonial regalia. Feathers, porcupine quills, animal claws, beads, bones and skins all had symbolic meanings. This warrior carries on an ancient custom with his horned headdress; it shows his power and strength, and was usually reserved for men of high rank.