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Mandan War Chief with His Favorite Wife

George Catlin

National Gallery of Art

The image features three individuals in traditional attire. In the center, a man wears a ceremonial headdress and a decorated tunic while holding a tall spear. To his right, a woman holds a large piece of hide, and to the left, a younger individual is crouching, adjusting his gear. The background has subtle blues and earth tones.

Artwork Details

Date
1861/1869
Medium
oil on card mounted on paperboard
Dimensions
6198 × 4867 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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