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La Salle Claiming Louisiana for France, April 9th 1682, 1847-48 (oil on canvas)
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La Salle Claiming Louisiana for France, April 9th 1682, 1847-48 (oil on canvas)
5857892 La Salle Claiming Louisiana for France, April 9th 1682, 1847-48 (oil on canvas) by Catlin, George (1796-1872); 37.8x56.4 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; (add.info.: The expedition arriving at the mouth of the Mississippi; Lasalle erects a cross, taking possession " in the name of Louis le Grand, King of France and Navarre, "
Rene-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle (1643-87) French explorer and fur trader in North America, best known for this expedition in which he canoed the lower Mississippi River from the mouth of the Illinois River to the Gulf of Mexico and claimed the whole river basin for Louis XIV and France.); American, out of copyright
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American Indian Americas Amerindian Canoe Expansion Expedition French Colony Indigenous Land Lasalle Louisiana Mississippi Natchez Native America Native American Indian North North American Indian Settler Territorial Tribe
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La Salle Claiming Louisiana for France, April 9th 1682 - A Historic Moment of Exploration and Possession
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. This oil on canvas print by George Catlin depicts a significant moment in history when French explorer Rene-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle claimed Louisiana for France. The painting showcases the expedition's arrival at the mouth of the Mississippi River, with La Salle proudly erecting a cross to symbolize his act of taking possession in the name of Louis le Grand, King of France and Navarre. In this scene filled with rich colors and intricate details, we witness the meeting between European settlers and Native American tribes. The indigenous people stand alongside their new visitors as witnesses to this monumental event that would shape the future of America. La Salle's daring journey down the lower Mississippi River from Illinois to the Gulf of Mexico marked an important milestone in exploration. By claiming the entire river basin for Louis XIV and France, he expanded European influence across these lands inhabited by various Native American tribes. Catlin's masterful brushstrokes bring to life not only historical figures but also stunning landscapes that stretch beyond our imagination. This artwork serves as a reminder of both cultural encounters and territorial expansion during this era. Displayed at National Gallery of Art in Washington DC, this painting invites viewers to delve into a pivotal chapter in North American history – one where exploration met claims for power and dominion over new territories.
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