National Native American Heritage Month~ November 7

Horse Effigy frequently attributed to
He Nupa Wanica/Joseph No Two Horns

While relatively little is known about the life of Joseph No Two Horns, what is indisputable is that he was a prolific artist and a skilled warrior, having fought in approximately forty battles, including the Battle of the Little Bighorn. No Two Horns is well-known for his horse effigy carvings, paintings/drawings, shields and shield covers, as well as a variety of other art and objects made for trade. [i]

c.1880 / Wood, pigment, tanned leather, rawhide, horsehair, brass, iron, and bird quill
38 1/2″ in length / South Dakota State Historical Society, Pierre, SD