“The Hunter,” created by Norval Morrisseau in 1995, is a symbolic painting that belongs to the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement. The artwork features bold, vibrant colors and distinct outlines, characteristic of Morrisseau’s signature style.
The artwork vividly depicts a hunter riding a blue deer set against a bisected background of red and blue. The hunter, adorned with traditional regalia, including feathers on his head, holds a spear or tool in hand. There is a bird perched on his headgear, enhancing the symbolic and spiritual essence of the composition. The use of contrasting colors and the stylized forms contribute to the potency and dynamism of the piece, reflecting the artist’s profound connection to his cultural heritage and spiritual beliefs.
