Two Unidentified North American Indians 1861 - 1869

"Two Unidentified North American Indians" is a watercolor painting created by George Catlin between 1861 and 1869. The artwork depicts two Native American men standing against a simple background of a grassy field and sky. Catlin, a renowned painter of Native American life, sought to document the vanishing cultures of the North American tribes, often portraying them in idealized, romantic settings. This painting exemplifies Catlin's approach, showcasing the Indigenous peoples' traditional dress and regalia, although their specific tribe remains unknown.