This is an original cover painting for Book #1 in the science fiction "Shanji Trilogy" by James C. Glass, published by Baen Books, 1999  (I show the cover for reference)  On the planet Shanji, "Kati" - a barbarian girl - must take charge of her own destiny, not only for herself but for Shanji and its neighboring worlds"  Marvelous combo of SF and Fantasy elements here is what makes this such a standout of a painting by DKS  - done in acrylics on gypsum board, 24" x 16"  and is signed bottom left in initials plus titled on the reverse.