Artist: Leonard Peltier (b. 1944)
Title:  “Fallen Warrior”

Medium: Oil on Canvas

Dimensions:  16” x 20”
Date:   2005

Where Painted:  United States Penitentiary - Leavenworth, KS 

This original painting by Leonard Peltier captures a powerful image of a Native American man riding a horse through a landscape consumed by wildfire. The intense backdrop of flames and smoke contrasts with the calm, determined expression of the rider, symbolizing resilience and endurance in the face of adversity. Through bold brushstrokes and vivid colors, Peltier conveys a deep connection to heritage and the ongoing struggle to protect both people and land.