Seated studio portrait of two unidentified Native American (Mandan) chiefs. The man on the left holds a bow; he wears strings of beads on either side of his face, necklaces, abalone shells, long hair extensions with painted stripes, a buckskin shirt, a blanket, and leggings. The man on the right holds a large fan of feathers, a pipe, and a beaded bag; he wears feathers in his hair, fur wrapped braids, a kerchief and medallion, a fringed buckskin shirt, and leggings. Photographer listed as Captain Badger.
Description
1 photoprint ; 26 x 21 cm. (10 x 8 in.)
Subject
Indians of North America--19th century; Mandan Indians--19th century; Tribal chiefs--19th century
Format-Medium
Photograph
Source
John Kleinschmidt, Mandan, N. Dak.
Rights Contact Information
Copyright restrictions applying to use or reproduction of this image available from the Western History and Genealogy Dept., Denver Public Library, at photosales@denverlibrary.org.
Reproduction Available for Purchase
Yes (digital reproduction)
Related Material
Image File: ZZR710032472
Notes
Condition: Spots on print from original.; Title hand-written on back of print.; R7100324722
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