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A Sioux Chief, His Daughter, and a Warrior

George Catlin

National Gallery of Art

The image shows three full-body figures standing in a row. The figure on the left has arms close to the body, wrapped in a garment with a bird and a fur collar. They have straight hair past their shoulders. The center figure wears a large feather headdress, a detailed cape with a sun-like emblem, and leggings matching the cape design. Their facial features are visible under the headdress. The figure on the right stands in profile, holding a spear and shield, wearing a garment with fringes, a headband with feathers, and a neutral background.

Artwork Details

Date
1861/1869
Medium
oil on card mounted on paperboard
Dimensions
6374 × 4992 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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