Earl Biss Limited Editions & Originals

Universally celebrated for his fluid, sweeping brushwork, atmospheric color washes, and dramatic narrative power, Apsáalooke (Crow) master Earl Biss (1947–1998) is a legendary titan of Contemporary Native American Art. Raised on the Crow Reservation in Montana and educated at the Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA) in Santa Fe under Fritz Scholder—later continuing his studies at the San Francisco Art Institute—Biss merged European Oil Impressionism with ancestral Crow spiritual history. Herndon Fine Art specializes in acquiring and evaluating original Earl Biss oil paintings on canvas, hand-pulled multi-color serigraphs, hand-tinted artist proofs, and fine etchings. Every piece in our gallery inventory undergoes thorough condition inspection to verify paper preservation, color layer depth, and signature authenticity.

Depicting sweeping cavalry encounters, winter horse raids, and majestic mountain landscapes—including masterworks like Early Snow in the Beartooth Range—Earl Biss artwork holds an esteemed position in major museum and private collections across the world, including the Smithsonian Institution and the Denver Art Museum. His dynamic compositions capture the motion, wind, and spiritual energy of the Northern Plains with unprecedented painterly freedom. Sourcing directly through established private estates and trusted collector partnerships, we provide serious collectors access to lifetime hand-signed graphics, rare hand-colored proofs, and archival-framed works with verified provenance.

Evaluating Earl Biss hand-pulled serigraphs and original oils on the secondary market requires meticulous verification of paper deckle margins, pencil signatures, edition numbering, and paint surface integrity. Because Biss frequently experimented with rich oil washes and multi-layered screen printing, evaluating prints unframed for margin foxing, mat burning, or paper toning is critical to confirming investment quality. Herndon Fine Art assists collectors in examining original publisher documentation, verifying hand-tinted proof states, and ensuring long-term archival conservation. We deliver clear, transparent guidance to ensure every fine art acquisition is documented and secure.

Whether you are looking to acquire an iconic Earl Biss horse raid serigraph, add a rare hand-tinted artist proof or original oil to your collection, or discuss options for consigning an authenticated piece, Herndon Fine Art provides personal, experienced guidance. Browse our available inventory below or contact our gallery directly by phone to discuss private sales, estate acquisitions, and current market valuations.

Earl Biss Fine Art

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