Pierre and the Buffalo, Alfred Jacob Miller, between 1858 and 1860

Pierre had several hazardous encounters on the trail- almost drowning, his horse being gored by a buffalo- before he was killed by a wounded buffalo. The incident depicted did not cost pierre his life but was one in which he could have easily been killed. Miller painted several versions of this scene, including one from another angle. Date: between 1858 and 1860. Place of creation: USA. Dimensions: height: 26.4 cm (10.3 in); width: 35.5 cm (13.9 in). Medium: watercolor on paper. Collection: Walters Art Museum. Alfred Jacob Miller - Pierre and the Buffalo - Walters 37194058