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Puncah Indians

George Catlin

National Gallery of Art

The image shows three individuals standing and sitting. The central figure stands with feathers in their long hair and wears a decorated cloak. The two seated individuals have long dark hair and wear cloaks with intricate patterns. The central figure holds a small object. The background is a simple scene with grass and a light blue sky, bordered by a green frame.

Artwork Details

Date
1861
Medium
oil on card mounted on paperboard
Dimensions
7646 × 5953 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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