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The name of the Native Indian in the picture of the Peoria Indian is Pah-mee-ców-ee-tah, Man Who Tracks, a Chief, 1830, Peoria 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 “Of this tribe I painted the portraits of … [Man Who Tracks and No English]. These are said to be the most influential men in the tribe, and both were very curiously and well dressed, in articles of civilized manufacture” Catlin further describes the subject as having a “remarkably fine head” 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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