The Buffalo Signal

The Buffalo Signal by Frederic Remington depicts a Native American warrior on horseback, dramatically raising a buffalo hide high into the air as a gesture of communication or triumph. The bronze sculpture captures both motion and symbolism, with the rearing horse and the rider’s resolute expression emphasizing the power and urgency of the moment. Remington (1861–1909), one of the most influential interpreters of the American West, was celebrated for his ability to infuse his bronzes with dynamic energy, bringing to life the people, animals, and traditions of frontier life in enduring three-dimensional form.