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Three Auca Children

George Catlin

National Gallery of Art

The image displays three individuals standing together. The two on the left face forward, while the one on the right is turned slightly to the side. Each has distinct facial features with dark, medium-length hair decorated with feathers. They have neutral expressions and stand in a relaxed posture. Their lower bodies are minimally clothed, and they wear various ornaments like necklaces. The person on the far left is crossing their arms, the middle one holds a bow and arrow, and the person on the right leans on a decorated spear. The background is a simple, green landscape with soft skies.

Artwork Details

Date
1854/1869
Medium
oil on card mounted on paperboard
Dimensions
11047 × 8590 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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