Wa-kin-yan Ta-wa, His Own Thunder, a warrior of the Mdewakanton Sioux
Creator(s)
Vannerson, Julian, b. 1827.
Summary
Seated studio portrait of Wa-kin-yan Ta-wa (His Own Thunder), Native American man and warrior of the Mdewakanton Sioux, wearing an animal fur headband with feathers, shirt and jacket, fur leg bands, moccasins, and a blanket around his waist. He holds a large knife or machete.
Date
[1858 or 1859]
Notes
Condition: Print shows deterioration and retouch of original.; Title inked on mat board below print.; Vintage photographic print.; R7100324471
Description
1 photoprint : salt paper ; image 20 x 15 cm. (8 x 6 in.) on mat board 34 x 26 cm. (13 1/4 x 10 1/4 in.)
Subject
Dakota Indians--1850-1860.; Indians of North America--1850-1860.; Mdewakanton Indians--1850-1860.; Warriors--1850-1860.; His Own Thunder.
Rights Statement
Restrictions applying to use or reproduction of this image available from the Western History/Genealogy Dept., Denver Public Library.
Reproduction Available for Purchase
Yes (digital reproduction)
Type of Material
Portrait photographs.; Salted paper prints.; Imaged.; Image
