“Lemhi Shoshonies, Horse Study – August 29, 1805” by Richard Vernon Greeves is a finely composed bronze tribute to the indispensable role of the Lemhi Shoshone horses during the Lewis and Clark expedition. Featuring three standing ponies, this sculpture honors not just a breed—but a legacy of endurance, adaptation, and silent partnership.

Each horse is rendered with minimalist grace: no excessive tack, no grand stance—just calm readiness. Together, they form a triangular composition that reflects balance, cooperation, and natural rhythm. These were the horses gifted by the Lemhi Shoshone on a day that changed the course of the expedition—and arguably, American history.

With their compact frames and steady posture, the ponies stand as symbols of both practicality and trust. Greeves elevates their quiet labor to visual poetry, reminding us that some of the most pivotal players in exploration walked on four legs.

A compelling acquisition for collections centered on the West, Indigenous collaboration, and the true horsepower behind the Corps of Discovery.