
Two Choctaw Indians
Catlin, George · American
1861/1869
- Medium
- oil on card mounted on paperboard
- Classification
- Painting
- Period
- 1851 to 1875
- Image size
- 7667 × 5996px
Description
The image includes two seated figures, both shown from the knees up. Each person is seated with their legs bent and feet resting on the ground. The individual on the left has dark hair with feathers and wears a long garment with a pattern across the chest and over the shoulders. Their garment reaches the knees, revealing moccasin-style footwear. This person holds an object in their hand, which appears to be a feather fan or similar item. The figure on the right also has dark hair with feathers and wears a long-sleeve top with a decorative sash, knee-length leggings, and moccasins. The background shows an open landscape with green plains, rocks, and a cloudy sky, suggesting an outdoor setting. The image is enclosed within an oval frame.
Rights & Source
Open access image from the National Gallery of Art, released under its open access program. Metadata via the NGA Open Data Program (CC0).