The image shows a group of Native American men gathered closely together in a dance formation. They are positioned facing slightly towards the right, with their full bodies visible. Some have bent knees and various arm poses suggesting movement. Their faces are visible, featuring a range of expressions, adorned with body paint and feathers. The men have long, dark hair styled with feathers. They are dressed in natural-colored, fringed garments decorated with feathers and painted designs. The background consists of softly blended earth tones transitioning to a lighter blue sky, with green…
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Bear Dance - K'nisteneux

George Catlin (American, 1796 - 1872)

1861

Medium
oil on card mounted on paperboard
Classification
Painting
Dimensions
overall: 46.5 x 61.2 cm (18 5/16 x 24 1/8 in.)
Culture
American
Museum
National Gallery of Art, CAB
Credit line
Paul Mellon Collection
Rights
Public domain (NGA Open Access, CC0), as the museum states it.
Who can see it
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