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The Little White Bear, Meach-o shin-gaw, a Konza (Kansas/Kaw) warrior. Handcoloured lithograph by J. Harris after a painting by George Catlin from James Cowles Prichard's Natural History of Man, Balliere, London, 1855
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The Little White Bear, Meach-o shin-gaw, a Konza (Kansas/Kaw) warrior. Handcoloured lithograph by J. Harris after a painting by George Catlin from James Cowles Prichard's Natural History of Man, Balliere, London, 1855
FLO4688586 The Little White Bear, Meach-o shin-gaw, a Konza (Kansas/Kaw) warrior. Handcoloured lithograph by J. Harris after a painting by George Catlin from James Cowles Prichard's Natural History of Man, Balliere, London, 1855.; (add.info.: The Little White Bear, Meach-o shin-gaw, a Konza (Kansas/Kaw) warrior. Handcoloured lithograph by J. Harris after a painting by George Catlin from James Cowles Prichard's Natural History of Man, Balliere, London, 1855.); © Florilegius
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This handcoloured lithograph captures the fierce and proud spirit of The Little White Bear, Meach-o shin-gaw, a Konza (Kansas/Kaw) warrior. The intricate details in this painting by George Catlin, reproduced beautifully by J. Harris in 1855, showcase the traditional attire and face paint of this Native American fighter.
The intensity in his eyes and the determination on his face speak volumes about his strength and resilience as a member of the Konza tribe. His connection to nature is evident through the depiction of a bear symbol on his costume, representing power and courage.
As we admire this piece from James Cowles Prichard's Natural History of Man, we are reminded of the rich cultural heritage and traditions that have shaped indigenous populations throughout history. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of preserving these customs for future generations to appreciate and learn from.
Through art like this handcoloured lithograph, we are able to glimpse into the past and gain insight into different civilizations and ways of life. The legacy of warriors like The Little White Bear lives on through such representations, allowing us to honor their contributions to our shared human history.
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