Steven Lang (California, b. 1960) oil on canvas painting titled "The Suitor" depicting a Native American man offering gifts or dowry to the family of a young woman, surrounded by women and children with teepees in the background. Signed "(copyright) Lang" lower right. Placard with title and artist name affixed to center bottom frame. Label with printed artist note on subject en verso. Housed in a natural wood frame with linen liner and gilt fillet. Sight: 23 1/2" H x 29 3/4" W. Framed: 35" H x 41" W. Note: A copy of the original purchase receipt from Mountain Trails Gallery, Sedona, AZ is available with the purchase of this work. Artist biography: Descended from Pawnee and Cherokee ancestors, Steven Lang has always been interested in Native American subject matter. Through his love of period reenactments and all things Western as well as his paintings, Lang seeks to depict the legacy of America's western heritage. Lang was recognized as an Oil Painters of American Master signature member in 2002 and has been commissioned by the National Park Service to depict the 1868 Battle of the Washita among other national organizations. (adapted from the artist's website langart.com)

PROVENANCE: Estate of Robert Christie: Knoxville, TN.

Overall very good condition.