George Catlin and His Indian Gallery
George Catlin and His Indian Gallery
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Author: Catlin, George
Number Of Pages: 294
EAN: 9780937311547
Release Date: 01-12-2002
Package Dimensions: 12.0 x 9.9 x 1.2 inches
Languages: English
Binding: paperback
Details: From the foremost collection of the artist's work, a remarkable portrait of Native American life.In 1832, George Catlinshowman, entrepreneur, and artistmade the first of four trips into Indian country, painting as he went, in a wonderfully spontaneous, if somewhat naive style. His ambition was to paint every tribe. He fell short. But what he did achieve, and the subject of this splendid volume, is a remarkable look into the faces and daily activities of Native Americans before their lands and their numbers were so radically diminished. And while Catlin was clearly influenced by the idea that Indians were Noble Savages (rapidly acquiring the vices of the white man while losing their "savage" virtues), his passion for his work is evidence of a profound respect and affection for his subjects, clearly demonstrated in this magnificent book. 275 illustrations, 150 in color.
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