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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.

ArtistRyan RedCorn(b. 1979)

Osage, born 1979

Date2018-2023
MediumDye diffusion thermal transfer print on white polyester fabric, photographed with a Hasselbad X1D
Dimensions120 x 89 13/16 in. (304.8 x 228.1 cm)
Credit LineCrystal Bridges Museum of American Art, Bentonville, Arkansas, 2024.21.2
ClassificationPhotograph
Provenancepurchased from the Artist by Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, Bentonville, AR, 2024
On ViewYes
George Shannon & Eln…120 × 89.8 in.Standard/Movie Poster40 × 27 in.

This artwork's face covers about 10.0× the area of a standard movie poster.Drawn to the same scale.

George Shannon & Elnora Supernaw by Ryan RedCorn | Crystal Bridges