Keeper of the Spirit | 36 x 48 in. | Acrylic on canvas. | Original Panting By Alexander Franco.

Curatorial Review:This striking portrait of a Native American chief is more than a depiction—it's a reverent invocation of ancestral wisdom and spiritual presence. Set against a radiant turquoise sky, the feathers and textures come alive with motion and meaning. The eagle soaring above and the horse in the background root the composition in sacred connection to land and spirit. The work captures not only a historical figure, but a timeless guardian of truth, tradition, and inner freedom. Artist Statement:In painting this piece, I sought to honor the profound strength and dignity of Native American culture. The chief represents leadership guided not by ego, but by spirit. The eagle is a symbol of vision; the horse, of freedom. This artwork is also a meditation on the words written beside it: that only when we release the ego do we come closer to true liberation. This is not just a portrait—it is a spiritual mirror