Mo-ha-ko-ko, Rising Fish, a chief of the Sacs & Foxes
Creator
Vannerson, Julian, 1827-
Date
1858-1859
Summary
Seated studio portrait of Mo-ha-ko-ko (Rising Fish, Gleaming Fish, Fish Rising Above the Water), Native American man and chief of the Sacs and Foxes, wearing an otter skin turban, bear claw necklace, leggings, moccasins and a blanket around his waist; he holds a walking stick.
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
Indians of North America--1850-1860; Tribal chiefs--1850-1860; Rising Fish; Sac and Fox Nation--People--1850-1860.
Format-Medium
Photograph
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: ZZR710032455
Notes
Condition: Print shows deterioration and retouch of original.; Title inked on mat board below print.; Vintage photographic print.; R7100324552
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