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Mauhees Encampment

George Catlin

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a dense forest with a lush and verdant landscape. The horizon is partially obscured by the trees, and a body of water is visible on the left. The brushstrokes are meticulous, detailing the foliage and figures in the scene. The color palette is mainly rich greens with earth tones for the huts and skin tones. People, possibly indigenous, are engaged in various activities, surrounded by huts nestled in the forest. Thick borders frame the scene.

Artwork Details

Date
1854/1869
Medium
oil on card mounted on paperboard
Dimensions
11087 × 8651 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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