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The Last of His Race (The Vanishing American), 1908 (oil on composition board)
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The Last of His Race (The Vanishing American), 1908 (oil on composition board)
3247995 The Last of His Race (The Vanishing American), 1908 (oil on composition board)
by Remington, Frederic (1861-1909); 45.7x31.5 cm; Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven, CT, USA; American, out of copyright
Media ID 18259579
© Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven, CT, USA / Bridgeman Images
American Indian American West Blackfoot Cliff Clifftop Indian Wars Native America North American Indian Plain Plains Precipice Reservation Scout Tribe Wild West
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The Last of His Race (The Vanishing American), 1908
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is a captivating oil painting by Frederic Remington that depicts the poignant story of a Native American man standing on the edge of a precipice, overlooking a vast and rugged landscape. The composition board print measures 45.7x31.5 cm and is housed in the Yale University Art Gallery in New Haven, CT, USA. Remington's masterful brushwork brings to life the beauty and harshness of the American West, capturing both its grandeur and its fading glory. The figure of the Blackfoot Indian stands as an emblematic representation of an entire culture on the brink of extinction due to colonization and forced assimilation. The artist skillfully portrays not only the physical features but also conveys deep emotions through his subject's expression and posture. With one foot slightly raised as if contemplating his next move, he gazes into the distance with a mix of determination, resignation, and perhaps even sorrow. This evocative artwork serves as a reminder of our shared history with Native Americans and prompts us to reflect upon their struggles for survival amidst rapid societal changes during this period known as "the vanishing American". It invites viewers to contemplate themes such as identity, heritage preservation, cultural loss, and resilience. As we admire this timeless piece from Remington's oeuvre today at Yale University Art Gallery, it continues to resonate with audiences worldwide by shedding light on important chapters in America's past while honoring indigenous peoples' rich contributions
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