Facsimile of an Omaha Robe 1861 - 1869

This is a facsimile of an Omaha robe, a type of clothing that was traditionally worn by members of the Omaha tribe. It is a watercolor on paper, and was created by American painter George Catlin between 1861 and 1869. The robe features a central bison surrounded by a complex pattern of geometric shapes, including circles, triangles, and lines. The robe also has a border that includes the Omaha tribal symbols, such as the sun and buffalo. The robe is a depiction of a traditional Omaha piece of clothing. The detail of the artwork shows the importance of the buffalo to the Omaha tribe. The overall design is visually appealing and reflects the rich cultural traditions of the Omaha people.