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George Shannon & Elnora Supernaw
In George Shannon & Elnora Supernaw, Osage artist Ryan RedCorn honors the strength and resilience of Indigenous elders. This portrait celebrates George Shannon and Elnora Supernaw, respected Osage leaders, and their contributions to cultural preservation. RedCorn’s thoughtful use of light and texture lends a timeless quality, emphasizing their pride and enduring legacies. The work serves as both a tribute and a reminder of the vital role elders play in safeguarding and enriching Indigenous identity for future generations.
ArtistaRyan RedCorn(b. 1979)
Osage, born 1979
Fecha2018-2023
MedioDye diffusion thermal transfer print on white polyester fabric, photographed with a Hasselbad X1D
Dimensiones120 x 89 13/16 in. (304.8 x 228.1 cm)
Línea de créditoCrystal Bridges Museum of American Art, Bentonville, Arkansas, 2024.21.2
ClasificaciónPhotograph
Procedenciapurchased from the Artist by Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, Bentonville, AR, 2024
En exhibiciónSí
This artwork's face covers about 10.0× the area of a standard movie poster.Drawn to the same scale.





