Artist:  Leonard Peltier (b. 1944)
Title:  “Elder Storyteller”

Medium: Oil on Canvas

Dimensions:  20” x 24”
Date:  2002

Where Painted:   United States Penitentiary -  Leavenworth, KS

This evocative painting captures a Native American man solemnly holding a traditional pipe, symbolizing peace and spiritual connection. Surrounding him, ethereal wolves and a majestic eagle emerge from a swirling, hazy purple background, embodying the profound bond between human, animal spirit guides, and nature. The artwork reflects themes of heritage, reverence, and the enduring strength of Native American culture.