Young American Horse, North American Chief, from the Savage and Semi-Barbarous Chiefs and Rulers series (N189) issued by Wm. S. Kimball & Co. 1888
williamskimballcompany
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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watercolour bleed
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
This chromolithograph, part of the "Savage and Semi-Barbarous Chiefs and Rulers" series, depicts Young American Horse, a prominent Native American chief. The image, created by William S. Kimball & Company in 1888, captures the chief's stern countenance and traditional attire, including a feathered headdress and colorful shawl. The artwork serves as a visual record of Native American cultural traditions and leadership during a time of significant historical change.
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