Sioux Chief sitting Bull

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image features a detailed figurine of a person dressed in traditional attire, standing on a wooden base set against a dark blue backdrop. The figure is wearing a tan outfit embellished with colorful beadwork along the pant legs, and fringes, indicative of intricate craftsmanship. A bright red scarf is tied around the neck, contrasting with the earthy tones of the garments. A striking blue fabric drapes over one shoulder, adding a vivid splash of color. The figurine holds a long staff, decorated with red and yellow bands, in its left hand. The person's hair is styled in long braids, flanking a sculpted face, and a headband crowns the top.

The image features a detailed figurine of a person dressed in traditional attire, standing on a wooden base set against a dark blue backdrop. The figure is wearing a tan outfit embellished with colorful beadwork along the pant legs, and fringes, indicative of intricate craftsmanship. A bright red scarf is tied around the neck, contrasting with the earthy tones of the garments. A striking blue fabric drapes over one shoulder, adding a vivid splash of color. The figurine holds a long staff, decorated with red and yellow bands, in its left hand. The person's hair is styled in long braids, flanking a sculpted face, and a headband crowns the top.

Name/Title

Sioux Chief sitting Bull

Entry/Object ID

2022.10.349

Description

The Indians of North America series No 5 Sioux Chief sitting bull from a old photo about 1880. Saroff doll collection

Ethnography

Culture/Tribe

Oceti Sakowin
Native American

Notes

the word, Sioux, is referenced. Sioux is considered a slur word according to the Oceti Sakowin peoples.