Keokuk, Chief of the Sacs and Foxes

Amerikanische Grafik 1837–1850, 1838

Two figures are depicted in a full-length portrait. The individual on the left is seated slightly behind the other person, with a hand on the other's shoulder and holding a staff with feathers. They have dark hair styled into a mohawk with red accents and feathers, deep-set eyes, and prominent cheekbones. The person is adorned in ceremonial attire, including a feathered headdress, a cloak, and beadwork, with a large medallion around their neck. In front sits a younger person with dark hair, bead necklaces, a medallion, lighter-colored clothing with beadwork, and red leggings. Both are seated on rocky terrain with surrounding greenery, against a neutral backdrop showcasing the vivid colors and intricate details of their attire.
Artist
Amerikanische Grafik 1837–1850
Date
1838
Type
Print
Medium
hand-colored lithograph on wove paper
Dimensions
49.85 × 34.61 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

Two figures are depicted in a full-length portrait. The individual on the left is seated slightly behind the other person, with a hand on the other's shoulder and holding a staff with feathers. They have dark hair styled into a mohawk with red accents and feathers, deep-set eyes, and prominent cheekbones. The person is adorned in ceremonial attire, including a feathered headdress, a cloak, and beadwork, with a large medallion around their neck. In front sits a younger person with dark hair, bead necklaces, a medallion, lighter-colored clothing with beadwork, and red leggings. Both are seated on rocky terrain with surrounding greenery, against a neutral backdrop showcasing the vivid colors and intricate details of their attire.

Amerikanische Grafik 1837–1850