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Facsimile of an Indian Painting
3673645 Facsimile of an Indian Painting by Bodmer, Karl (1809-93); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info.: Travels in the interior of North America / by Maximilian, Prince of Wied; with numerous engravings on wood, and a large map; translated from the German, by H. Evans Lloyd: to accompany the original series of eighty-one elaborately-colored plates: size, imperial folio
Tableau 22 in atlas: Illustrations to Maximilian, Prince of Wieds Travels in the interior of North America. A copy of a drawing done by Mandan chief Mato-Tope depicting an insident in his life with a Cheyenne chief. Mato-Tope is on the left with a tomahawk in his hand and is substaining an injury before he conquires the Cheyenne chief. In 1836 Maximilian commissioned Bodmer to create illustrations to accompany the text of his atlas documenting their travels. These illustrations include 81 plates of aquatints.
by Bodmer, Karl, 1809-1893
London: Ackermann and Co.
Illustrations to Maximilian, Prince of Wieds Travels in the interior of North America); eNewberry Library; Swiss, out of copyright
Media ID 23117784
© Newberry Library / Bridgeman Images
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This print showcases a facsimile of an Indian painting by the renowned artist Karl Bodmer. Housed in the prestigious Newberry Library in Chicago, Illinois, this artwork is part of Maximilian, Prince of Wied's monumental project "Travels in the interior of North America". The painting depicts a significant event from Mato-Tope's life, a respected Mandan chief, as he confronts and triumphs over a Cheyenne chief. The composition portrays Mato-Tope on the left side with his tomahawk firmly grasped in hand. Despite sustaining an injury during the encounter, his determination shines through as he emerges victorious against his adversary. This drawing serves as a testament to Mato-Tope's bravery and resilience. Commissioned by Maximilian himself in 1836, Bodmer meticulously crafted these illustrations to accompany their travel documentation. With its elaborate colors and intricate details captured through aquatints technique, this particular piece is one among eighty-one plates that bring their remarkable journey to life. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing image captured by Bridgeman Images for Fine Art Finder, we are transported back to a time when Native American cultures thrived across North America. It offers us not only an artistic marvel but also a glimpse into the rich history and stories woven within indigenous communities on this vast continent.
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