The image depicts a group of individuals engaged in a dance. They are in a tightly-knit, curved line, with dynamic poses suggestive of movement and rhythm. The individuals have dark hair styled with feathers, and facial features include high cheekbones and strong profiles. They wear traditional attire, including skirts made from natural materials, and carry items like bows, arrows, and sticks. Some are seated on the ground, playing instruments like drums and rattles. The background is a gradient of sky-blue and sandy brown.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1861
- Medium
- oil on card mounted on paperboard
- Dimensions
- 6415 × 4984 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original