Squaw Jessie Iron Bull, North American Indian, from the Savage and Semi-Barbarous Chiefs and Rulers series (N189) issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. 1888
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themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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portrait
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drawing
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toned paper
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possibly oil pastel
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oil painting
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coloured pencil
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coffee painting
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underpainting
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men
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animal drawing portrait
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portrait drawing
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
"Squaw Jessie Iron Bull, North American Indian" is a chromolithograph from the "Savage and Semi-Barbarous Chiefs and Rulers" series, issued by William S. Kimball & Co. in 1888. The card depicts a bust portrait of a Native American woman, Jessie Iron Bull, in a colorful patterned garment, with long black hair and beaded earrings. These cards, printed on cardboard, were originally distributed as trade cards, commonly used for advertising purposes. The portrait reflects the artistic conventions of the 19th century, showcasing a romanticized depiction of Native American life and culture.
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