Yellow Dog, North American Chief, from the Savage and Semi-Barbarous Chiefs and Rulers series (N189) issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. 1888
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"Yellow Dog, North American Chief" is a chromolithograph trading card depicting a Native American chief, printed in 1888 by the William S. Kimball & Company. This card, part of the “Savage and Semi-Barbarous Chiefs and Rulers” series, showcases a close-up portrait of Yellow Dog, adorned with traditional feathered headdress and jewelry. The card's depiction of Native Americans, while reflecting the popular imagery of the era, also illustrates the evolving representation of indigenous cultures in American art. The card is currently held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
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