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George Catlin And His Indian Gallery

Attribution
edited by George Gurney and Therese Thau Heyman ; [with essays by] Brian W. Dippie … [et al.]
Publication Details
Book, Smithsonian American Art Museum, 2002
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OVERSIZE (UPPER) ND237.C35 A4 2002 AVAILABLE
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Links
- americanart.si.edu
Description
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. (automatically summarized from Amazon.com)
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- Catalog of an exhibition held at the Renwick Gallery, Washington, D.C., Sept. 6, 2002-Jan. 19, 2003
- A virtual exhibit that showcases 32 examples of art work from the exhibition "George Catlin and his Indian Gallery" at the Renwick Gallery of the Smithsonian American Art Museum. The art work documents the transformation of Native American groups, especially those forced West as a result of the Indian Removal Act. Exhibit includes several prominent Mandan chiefs and General William Clark. Designed specifically for educators, the site contains materials from educators, Native Americans, and scholars, along with lesson plans that incorporate additional materials available on the Web site
- System requirements: World Wide Web (WWW) browser software
- Mode of access: Internet via the World Wide Web
ISBN
- 0937311545
- 9780937311547
- 0393052176
- 9780393052176
LCCN
- 2002006419
Open Library ID
- /b/OL13571246M