Charles Marion Russell
Painter and sculptor of the American West
Painter and sculptor of the American West
1926
99 years ago — 62 years old
Artists & Creatives
United States
Active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, this artist specialized in depictions of the American West, capturing both Native American life and the cowboy culture. Works include numerous paintings and sculptures, often rendered with a strong sense of realism and emotion. The artist's work is noted for its vivid portrayal of the landscape and its inhabitants, drawing on personal experiences as a cowboy and hunter in Montana. The artist also served as a vocal advocate for the preservation of the American West.
Created over 2,000 paintings and sculptures
Produced the iconic painting 'When the Land Belonged to God'
Co-founded the Cowboy Artists of America
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