Five Caribbe Indians

George Catlin I, 1854/1869

The image shows five individuals standing in various positions. They have distinctive facial features, long black hair styled with feathers, and minimal clothing made from animal skins. Some have painted patterns or tattoos on their bodies. They hold objects like spears or staffs adorned with feathers. In the background is a light, neutral-colored backdrop with a hint of blue and sparse vegetation, indicating an outdoor setting.
Artista
George Catlin I
Data
1854/1869
Tipus
Painting
Tècnica
oil on card mounted on paperboard
Mides
46.7 × 62 cm
Col·lecció
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Llicència
Domini públic, CC0

Descripció de la imatge

The image shows five individuals standing in various positions. They have distinctive facial features, long black hair styled with feathers, and minimal clothing made from animal skins. Some have painted patterns or tattoos on their bodies. They hold objects like spears or staffs adorned with feathers. In the background is a light, neutral-colored backdrop with a hint of blue and sparse vegetation, indicating an outdoor setting.

George Catlin I