La Salle Meets a War Party of Cenis Indians on a Texas Prairie by George Catlin

Description: ***Framed options and alternate sizes available, message me for details*** George Catlin (1796-1872) was an American painter, author, and traveler, best known for his significant contributions to the documentation and preservation of Native American culture in the 19th century. Born in Pennsylvania, Catlin's fascination with indigenous peoples and their way of life inspired a lifelong commitment to recording their traditions and customs. In the 1830s, Catlin embarked on a series of journeys through the American West, visiting numerous Native American tribes. His encounters and observations fueled a remarkable artistic output, with Catlin creating over 600 paintings and sketches, primarily focusing on tribal life, ceremonies, and landscapes. Catlin was a tireless advocate for the protection and understanding of Native American culture, and he sought to preserve their heritage at a time when it was threatened by westward expansion and changing government policies. In 1832, he proposed the creation of a national gallery to house his collection, which eventually formed the core of the Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of American History. His work was not only artistic but also anthropological, shedding light on the rich and diverse tapestry of Native American life. Catlin's legacy as an artist and advocate for indigenous peoples endures as a testament to the importance of cultural preservation and respect for America's original inhabitants. This beautiful Giclee Art Print is reproduced in the USA by Texas Art Warehouse on either Fine Art Paper or Rolled Canvas which are unframed and perfect for using existing frames or upcycling thrift store finds or Stretched Gallery Wrap Canvas ready to hang right out of the box.All products are made to order using state of the art technology and ship in 5-7 days.Product Specs:Rolled Paper is a semi gloss digital paper printed full bleed (No white border) ships rolled in a tube. A premium cotton rag paper is available on request. Message me for details.Rolled Canvas ships with a 2" white border for stretching, gallery edge (Extra image on sides) is available on request please message me for detailsGallery Wrapped & Stretched Canvas 1.25" Deep Bar with Mirror Edge (Extra edge is cloned on so you see the full image on the front)Black Float Framed Canvas or ready to hang black wood framed paper print under plexiglass available on request. Message me for pricing

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Location: Hondo, Texas

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