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The name of the Native Indian in the picture of the Menominee Indian is Mah-kée-mee-teuv, Grizzly Bear, Chief of the Tribe, 1831, Menominee tribe. The picture of him raises different points of interest which increase knowledge and understanding of Native Indian tribes:
The title we have given the picture reflects the name of the tribe, for ease of identification. Description of the Picture “a dignified chief who /,commanded great respect for his eloquence, and … deportment.” Grizzly Bear was painted with “a handsome pipe in his hand, and wampum on his neck.” The Manners, Customs and Conditions of the North American Indians (1832 - 1839) |
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First Published2016-04-19 | ||
Updated 2018-01-01 | Publisher Siteseen Limited | |
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