Seminolee Indians, Prisoners at Fort Moultrie 1861 - 1869

"Seminole Indians, Prisoners at Fort Moultrie" is a watercolor painting by American artist George Catlin, created between 1861 and 1869. The artwork depicts a group of Seminole Indians, likely captured during the Second Seminole War, posed against a light, cloudy sky in an oval frame. The painting is notable for its depiction of Seminole people and their traditional clothing, providing insight into their culture and way of life. The painting serves as a valuable historical document capturing a moment in the complex relationship between Native American tribes and the United States government.