Father Hennepin and Two Companions Made Prisoners by the Sioux. April 1680 1847 - 1848

This painting by George Catlin, titled "Father Hennepin and Two Companions Made Prisoners by the Sioux," is a depiction of a historical event in 1680. The painting portrays the capture of Father Louis Hennepin, a Catholic missionary, by the Dakota people, also known as the Sioux, along the Mississippi River. The painting depicts a scene of conflict and capture, showing the power dynamics between the European explorers and Indigenous people of the time. The piece showcases Catlin's renowned skill in capturing the natural beauty of the American landscape, showcasing the river and the surrounding hills.