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Meach-o-shin-gaw

Artist
George Catlin, 26 Jul 1796 - 23 Dec 1872
Sitter
Meach-o-shin-gaw, 19th century
Date
1832
Type
Painting
Medium
Oil on canvas
Dimensions
Sight: 73.7cm x 60.9cm (29" x 24"), Accurate
Topic
Costume\Jewelry\Necklace
Costume\Jewelry\Earring
Symbols & Motifs\Medal\Peace medal
Costume\Jewelry\Bracelet
Weapon\Knife
Meach-o-shin-gaw: Male
Meach-o-shin-gaw: Native American\Native American warrior
Meach-o-shin-gaw: Native American\Native American leader\Chief
Portrait
Credit Line
Owner: Smithsonian American Art Museum

This record is part of the Catalog of American Portraits, a research archive of the National Portrait Gallery, Smithsonian Institution. Permission to reproduce images (if available) must be obtained from the portrait owner. Please note that if an owner is listed above, this information may not be current.

Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Object number
1985.66.25
Data Source
Catalog of American Portraits
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