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Assiniboine Indian chief
United States (19th c.). Indian chief Assinneboine beforen and after the civilization. Engraving upon a painting by George Catlin. Litography. FRANCE. Ό E-DE-FRANCE. Paris. National Library
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This image is a lithographic print of Assiniboine Indian Chief Assinneboine, as depicted in a painting by renowned American artist George Catlin. The portrait captures the Chief in two distinct phases: the first, titled "Assinneboine before the Civilization," showcases him in his traditional attire, adorned with intricate beadwork and a headdress, reflecting his indigenous heritage and connection to the land. In the second phase, "Assinneboine after the Civilization," the Chief is dressed in European clothing, signifying the influence of Western civilization on indigenous peoples during the 19th century in the United States. George Catlin, a pioneering painter of Native American portraits, created the original oil painting in the 1830s. The lithographic print, produced in France by E-DE-FRANCE, preserves the intricacy and detail of Catlin's artwork. This vertical, upright, color print is a testament to the rich cultural exchange that took place between indigenous peoples and European settlers during this era. The Assiniboine people, also known as the Nakoda or Stoney, are an indigenous group who historically inhabited the Great Plains region of North America. This powerful and evocative portrait of Chief Assinneboine offers a glimpse into the complex history of indigenous peoples and their interactions with European settlers during the 19th century. The portrait also highlights the importance of preserving and celebrating diverse cultural heritages, as well as the role of art in documenting and sharing these stories.
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