Omaha A Chief

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image shows a handcrafted doll with a distinctly styled head featuring painted details and ornamental beadwork as earrings and a necklace. The doll is dressed in a tan fabric robe with a painted, patterned cloak draped over one shoulder, showcasing colors like red, green, and yellow. It stands on a rectangular base and has additional detailing on its legs, which are adorned with long, vertical fringes and painted designs. The cultural and artistic aspects depicted in this image emphasize intricate craftsmanship and vibrant artistic expression.

The image shows a handcrafted doll with a distinctly styled head featuring painted details and ornamental beadwork as earrings and a necklace. The doll is dressed in a tan fabric robe with a painted, patterned cloak draped over one shoulder, showcasing colors like red, green, and yellow. It stands on a rectangular base and has additional detailing on its legs, which are adorned with long, vertical fringes and painted designs. The cultural and artistic aspects depicted in this image emphasize intricate craftsmanship and vibrant artistic expression.

Name/Title

Omaha A Chief

Entry/Object ID

2022.10.323

Description

The Indians of North America series No. 5 Omaha a Chief from painting by George Catlin Painted about 1840 Saroff doll collection