Mato-Tope, Adorned with the Insignia of his Warlike Deeds, plate 14 from Volume 2 of 'Travels in the Interior of North America' 1843

"Mato-Tope, Adorned with the Insignia of his Warlike Deeds" is a lithograph by Karl Bodmer, created in 1843 as part of his "Travels in the Interior of North America" series. The portrait depicts Mato-Tope, a Mandan chief, standing with a tomahawk and decorated with intricate tattoos and feather adornments. Bodmer's meticulous detail and realistic style capture the cultural significance of Mato-Tope's regalia, offering a glimpse into the life of a Native American leader in the 19th century. This artwork stands as a valuable historical document of the Mandan people and their customs.