Michael Coleman (b. 1946) “Sioux Mother, 1981”

This limited-edition pencil-signed lithograph by acclaimed American Western artist Michael Coleman (b. 1946) captures the quiet dignity and resilience of Lakota Sioux life on the Great Plains. Created in 1981, the work depicts a poised Native American woman in traditional beaded buckskin dress, standing gracefully in a vast, open prairie landscape dotted with tipis and barren winter trees under a soft, overcast sky. She carries a child in a cradleboard on her back, evoking themes of maternal strength, cultural continuity, and harmony with the natural world—hallmarks of Coleman's evocative style, influenced by 19th-century Hudson River School masters like Thomas Moran and Carl Rungius. Rendered in muted earth tones with meticulous detail, the 13 x 22-inch image exemplifies Coleman's mastery of atmospheric depth and narrative subtlety, drawing from his Utah roots and lifelong immersion in Rocky Mountain wilderness. Printed as an original work of art on high-quality archival paper, this piece is hinged (not mounted) for preservation, ensuring its pristine condition with no fading, tears, or discoloration. The elegant wood frame, showing minor surface wear consistent with age, complements the artwork while protecting its integrity. Overall framed dimensions measure 20 x 29.5 inches. A sought-after early print from Coleman's oeuvre, celebrated in collections including the Buffalo Bill Historical Center and those of figures like Clint Eastwood, this lithograph offers a poignant window into vanishing frontier traditions.