Book of Drawings c. 1876

drawing, ink, pencil

drawing

quirky illustration

childish illustration

book

cartoon sketch

personal sketchbook

ink

illustrative and welcoming imagery

pencil

illustrative and welcoming

united-states

sketchbook drawing

watercolour illustration

storyboard and sketchbook work

sketchbook art

Bear's Heart's drawing titled "Book of Drawings" is a vibrant depiction of a Native American gathering around a tipi. The artist, a member of the Lakota tribe, uses bright colors and simple lines to represent the scene. The figures are arranged in rows, emphasizing the communal nature of the event, and are dressed in traditional clothing. This piece is a testament to the artistic skill and cultural expression of Native American artists.

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minneapolisinstituteofart about 1 year ago

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This ledger book is a poignant reflection of the sweeping changes that Cheyenne men felt when they were forced from their homeland on the Great Plains and imprisoned at Fort Marion in St. Augustine, Florida. There, they were given military uniforms, lived in barracks, and conformed to military disciplines. Through these efforts, the U.S. government hoped to compel them to assimilate. In these pages, we witness the transformation from individual to collective, from warrior to soldier. Visits from U.S. dignitaries such as Father Whipple from Minnesota, depicted here with General Pratt, punctuated the daily routines of military drills and roll calls.