At the center foreground is Buffalo Bill Cody, identifiable by his long white hair, goatee, embroidered frontier coat, and his position at the head of the procession. He rides a light-colored horse with decorative tack, followed by Native American performers in traditional regalia and mounted riders filling the arena behind them. The scene captures the classic Wild West "Grand Entry". Buffalo Bill Cody leading the parade Grandstands filled with spectators American flags lining the arena Tipis and show tents in the distance Large troupe of Native and cowboy performers.
The composition, costuming, and arena layout match Cody's touring format from that era. This is a halftone-produced print, not a silver-gelatin photograph. The visible dot pattern is original to its manufacture and typical of Wild West show souvenir and studio-issued prints of the early 1900s. 8" × 9" Actual Image Size: approx.5.75" × 3.75" Subject: Buffalo Bill Cody leading arena parade with Native American and cowboy performers. Condition: Light surface wear; mount edges show expected age; image retains strong sepia tone and good detail. Back has album remnant and photo is slightly bowed. Tip: Search Britannic Auctions online for free appraisals and consignment details.