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Father Hennepin and Two Companions Made Prisoners by the Sioux, April 1680
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Father Hennepin and Two Companions Made Prisoners by the Sioux, April 1680
5858120 Father Hennepin and Two Companions Made Prisoners by the Sioux, April 1680, 1847-48 (oil on canvas) by Catlin, George (1796-1872); 42x60.5 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; (add.info.: Father Louis Hennepin (1626-1704) Belgian priest sent with two others by Lasalle as an advance party to search for the Mississippi River. They followed the Illinois River to its junction with the Mississippi, but were captured by a Sioux war party and carried off for a time into what is now the state of Minnesota.
Henri de Tonti (1649/50-1704) Italian lieutenant to Rene-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle (1643-87) French explorer and fur trader in North America); American, out of copyright
Media ID 23008684
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The captivating oil painting "Father Hennepin and Two Companions Made Prisoners by the Sioux, April 1680" by George Catlin transports viewers to a significant moment in American history. The artwork, housed at the National Gallery of Art in Washington DC, depicts Father Louis Hennepin, an intrepid Belgian priest who embarked on a perilous expedition with two others to search for the Mississippi River. In this scene, we witness Father Hennepin and his companions being captured by a Sioux war party in what is now Minnesota. The artist skillfully portrays the tension and uncertainty of their predicament as they are taken prisoner. Henri de Tonti, an Italian lieutenant serving under French explorer Rene-Robert Cavelier de La Salle, stands alongside them. This painting serves as a powerful reminder of the challenges faced by early European explorers in North America and their encounters with indigenous tribes. It highlights both the bravery of these adventurers and the complex dynamics between different cultures during this era of territorial expansion. Catlin's attention to detail brings this historical event to life; from the intricate depiction of Native American clothing and canoes to capturing Father Hennepin's determined expression amidst adversity. Through this artwork, we gain insight into a crucial chapter in American exploration that shaped our understanding of Native American culture and expanded our knowledge of North America's vast landscapes.
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