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Interior of an Indian Lodge, c. 1837 (pencil, pen and ink and wash on paper)
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Interior of an Indian Lodge, c. 1837 (pencil, pen and ink and wash on paper)
5054754 Interior of an Indian Lodge, c.1837 (pencil, pen and ink and wash on paper) by Miller, Alfred Jacob (1810-74); 20.0x17.6 cm; Joslyn Museum, Omaha, Nebraska, USA; (add.info.: Miller and Scottish soldier Sir William Drummond Stewart (1795-1871) accompanied Thomas Fitzpatrick (1799-1854) trapper with the American Fur Company in 1837 on the Oregon Trail through old Nebraska Territory to one of the last fur trappers rendezvous in the Green River Valley, now Wyoming.
Plains Indians smoked a peace pipe or calumet of kinship which facilitated fur trade agreements. Antoine Clement and native Americans watch Stewart smoke)
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This photo print, titled "Interior of an Indian Lodge, c. 1837" takes us back in time to the heart of Native American culture during the 19th century. Created by artist Alfred Jacob Miller, this piece beautifully captures a scene from the Oregon Trail journey through old Nebraska Territory. The image showcases a group of individuals gathered inside a traditional tipi dwelling, surrounded by the majestic Rocky Mountains. The atmosphere is filled with warmth and camaraderie as they engage in various activities. A woman tends to a fire while a craftsman skillfully works on his trade nearby. Intriguingly, we witness Scottish soldier Sir William Drummond Stewart smoking from a peace pipe or calumet alongside native Americans Antoine Clement and others. This act symbolizes the kinship between Plains Indians and fur traders like Stewart, facilitating important fur trade agreements that shaped America's frontier history. Miller's attention to detail brings this historical moment to life; every stroke of pencil, pen and ink adds depth and authenticity to each figure present. Through this artwork, we gain insight into the cultural exchange between European pioneers and Native Americans during their expeditions across North America. Displayed at Joslyn Museum in Omaha, Nebraska, this remarkable piece invites viewers to reflect upon our shared past and appreciate the rich tapestry of cultures that have shaped our nation's identity.
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