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A Cheyenne Chief, His Wife, and a Medicine Man

George Catlin

National Gallery of Art

The image shows three individuals standing side by side on a grassy landscape. The central figure is holding a stick and wearing a garment with intricate patterns. They have long hair with feathers, a prominent nose, and full lips. The person on the left is wrapped in a patterned robe and has feathers in their hair. The individual on the right wears a fringed dress with circular patterns, long flowing hair, and a steady gaze. All three wear wrist bands or bracelets. The background has soft pastel hues depicting a sky and earthy tones for the surroundings.

Artwork Details

Date
1861/1869
Medium
oil on card mounted on paperboard
Dimensions
6406 × 4985 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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