About the Artwork

"This scene shows part of the old Lolo Trail used by the Nez Perce Indians when they left their home country in Idaho in 1877 and crossed over the Bitter Root range into the Bitter Root valley heading east in their attempt to reach Canada," says artist Howard Terpning. "The trail was extremely rough and dangerous and yet hundreds of people managed to cross the mountains, including old people and children, with all their horses and goods. It was an amazing accomplishment."

"I could paint this portion of the trail with some authority since I spent two days riding the trail on horseback in the summer of 1985. It was this adventure that inspired me to do the painting."

Why collectors prize this piece: This signed MasterWork canvas captures Terpning's personal connection to history through his own trail ride experience. With only 27 pieces in the edition and its massive 46" x 38" scale, it represents an extraordinary opportunity to own a deeply personal work from the most honored Western artist working today.