Kiowa style

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Describes a style of painting popularized by a group of Kiowa artists in the early 20th century. Uses flat, two-dimensional figures with colorful outlines and little-to-no background imagery. Artists popularizing the style include Jack Hokeah, Monroe Tsatoke, Spencer Asah, James Auchiah, Stephen Mopope, and Lois Smoky Kaulaity. Considered the predecessor to Bacone style.
Kiowa style
Accepted term: 29-Apr-2024