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Costumes de Différents Pays, Grand Chef de Guerriers Iroquois, c1797. Creator: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
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Costumes de Différents Pays, Grand Chef de Guerriers Iroquois, c1797. Creator: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
Costumes de Differents Pays, Grand Chef de Guerriers Iroquois, c1797
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This print, titled 'Grand Chef de Guerriers Iroquois' (Great War Chief of the Iroquois) from Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur's 'Costumes de Differents Pays' (Costumes of Different Countries), dates back to the late 18th century, around 1797. The image showcases an Iroquois warrior chief in full regalia, standing proudly outdoors against a natural backdrop. The chief is dressed in a vibrant green coat, adorned with intricate geometric patterns and fringes. He wears a matching green hat, which is also decorated with colorful feathers. A red calumet, a traditional Iroquois peace pipe, is held in his left hand, while his right hand is extended in a gesture of peace. In the background, we see a group of Iroquois men playing a ball game, possibly pelota, which was a popular pastime among Native American communities. Grasset de Saint-Sauveur, a French artist and ethnographer, meticulously captured the details of the Iroquois costume and lifestyle in this hand-colored engraving on paper. The print offers a unique glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Iroquois people and the significance of their traditional clothing and ceremonies. This historic artwork is now part of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art's collection, providing a valuable resource for scholars, anthropologists, and anyone interested in the history and ethnography of Native American cultures. The image invites us to appreciate the beauty and diversity of the world's various peoples and their unique customs.
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