Portrait of a man with long dark hair, glasses, and traditional feathers in his hair, set against a red background, painted in a realistic style

#80 “Arvol”

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

Medium: Oil on Canvas

Dimensions:  18” x 22” 
Date:  2004

Where Painted United States Penitentiary -  Lewisburg, PA

This striking portrait captures a Native man adorned with feathers woven through his long, black hair, symbolizing cultural heritage and spiritual strength. Set against a vivid magenta background, the bold color contrast highlights his dignified presence and honors the enduring spirit of Indigenous identity.