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Idols of the Mandan Indians
3673655 Idols of the Mandan Indians by Bodmer, Karl (1809-93); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info.: Travels in the interior of North America / by Maximilian, Prince of Wied; with numerous engravings on wood, and a large map; translated from the German, by H. Evans Lloyd: to accompany the original series of eighty-one elaborately-colored plates: size, imperial folio
Tableau 25 in atlas: Illustrations to Maximilian, Prince of Wieds Travels in the interior of North America. Mandan shrine outside of a summer villiage near Fort Clark and adjacent to a burial ground. The shrine consists of tall, hide-wrapped poles, with feathers which represent the sun and the moon. A lone figure stands next to the shrine. In 1836 Maximilian commissioned Bodmer to create illustrations to accompany the text of his atlas documenting their travels. These illustrations include 81 plates of aquatints.
by Bodmer, Karl, 1809-1893
London: Ackermann and Co.
Illustrations to Maximilian, Prince of Wieds Travels in the interior of North America); eNewberry Library; Swiss, out of copyright
Media ID 22237418
© Newberry Library / Bridgeman Images
Aquatints Indians Of North America Indigenous Mandan Indians Manners And Customs Rites And Ceremonies Shrines Spiritual Life
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This print titled "Idols of the Mandan Indians" transports us back in time to the early 19th century, capturing a moment of cultural significance. The image showcases a Mandan shrine located outside a summer village near Fort Clark, accompanied by an adjacent burial ground. The shrine itself is composed of tall poles wrapped in hides and adorned with feathers symbolizing both the sun and the moon. In this scene, we see a lone figure standing next to the shrine, perhaps deep in contemplation or engaged in a spiritual ritual. The atmosphere is imbued with reverence and mystery as we witness this glimpse into Mandan Indian culture. Commissioned by Maximilian, Prince of Wied in 1836, Karl Bodmer was tasked with creating illustrations that would accompany their travel documentation. This particular image is part of an atlas featuring 81 plates of aquatints showcasing their journey through North America's interior. The attention to detail captured by Bodmer allows us to appreciate not only the physical appearance but also the cultural significance behind these idols. Through this print from Fine Art Finder, we are granted access to a rich historical narrative that sheds light on indigenous traditions and beliefs during this period. Overall, "Idols of the Mandan Indians" serves as both an artistic masterpiece and an invaluable window into our past—a testament to human curiosity and exploration across different cultures throughout history.
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