by Charles A. Pedretti

Photo by John Reddy

"Indian Chief" is placed to the right of the grand stair.

The four round paintings in the rotunda were painted by F. Pedretti and Sons in 1901-1902. They were painted on canvas and are approximately seven feet in diameter. The paintings depict four typical Montana characters. Each of these paintings is valued by the art conservator at $12,000.


Reference: Historic Structure Report - Montana State Capitol Building, prepared for State of Montana Architectural/Engineering Office by James R. McDonald, Architect; November, 1981.