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American Native Indians Collection (#4)

"Exploring the Rich Cultural Heritage of American Native Indians" Step into the captivating world through a collection of stunning artworks

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Zuni Sacred Spring, 1856 (lithograph)

Zuni Sacred Spring, 1856 (lithograph)
3672265 Zuni Sacred Spring, 1856 (lithograph) by American School, (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info.: [Lithographs of North American Indian portraits, antiquities)

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Nakahu and his wife Oomna, 1824 (engraving)

Nakahu and his wife Oomna, 1824 (engraving)
3672053 Nakahu and his wife Oomna, 1824 (engraving) by Finden, Edward Francis (1791-1857); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Eskimaux implements, weapons &c. 1824 (engraving)

Eskimaux implements, weapons &c. 1824 (engraving)
3671998 Eskimaux implements, weapons &c. 1824 (engraving) by Finden, Edward Francis (1791-1857); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Summer tents of the Eskimaux, Igloolik, 1822, 1824 (engraving)

Summer tents of the Eskimaux, Igloolik, 1822, 1824 (engraving)
3671994 Summer tents of the Eskimaux, Igloolik, 1822, 1824 (engraving) by Finden, Edward Francis (1791-1857); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Yunbo de Gualea, 1820 (watercolour)

Yunbo de Gualea, 1820 (watercolour)
3671185 Yunbo de Gualea, 1820 (watercolour) by Ecuadorian School, (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info.: Costumbres de Quito art original)

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: India vendiendo fruta, 1820 (watercolour)

India vendiendo fruta, 1820 (watercolour)
3671173 India vendiendo fruta, 1820 (watercolour) by Ecuadorian School, (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: A collection of Waldeck's original artwork of Mesoamerica, Box 6 of 22, 1831 (print)

A collection of Waldeck's original artwork of Mesoamerica, Box 6 of 22, 1831 (print)
3672794 A collection of Waldeck's original artwork of Mesoamerica, Box 6 of 22, 1831 (print) by Waldeck, Johann Friedrich Maximilian von (1766-1875); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Feather- Queen, c.1770-1959 (print)

Feather- Queen, c.1770-1959 (print)
3673985 Feather- Queen, c.1770-1959 (print) by Leo Feist, Inc. (1897-1934); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info.: James Francis Driscoll collection of historical American sheet music)

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: India vendiendo cuajada, 1820 (watercolour)

India vendiendo cuajada, 1820 (watercolour)
3671189 India vendiendo cuajada, 1820 (watercolour) by Ecuadorian School, (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Toro-Mucho, Chief of a Band of Koways, 1830 (lithograph)

Toro-Mucho, Chief of a Band of Koways, 1830 (lithograph)
3672324 Toro-Mucho, Chief of a Band of Koways, 1830 (lithograph) by Schott, Arthur (1814-75); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info.: [Lithographs of North American Indian portraits)

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: La romeria de Quinche, 1820 (watercolour)

La romeria de Quinche, 1820 (watercolour)
3671204 La romeria de Quinche, 1820 (watercolour) by Ecuadorian School, (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Mission and plan of San Fernando, 1856 (lithograph)

Mission and plan of San Fernando, 1856 (lithograph)
3672314 Mission and plan of San Fernando, 1856 (lithograph) by American School, (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info.: [Lithographs of North American Indian portraits)

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Navajos, 1856 (lithograph)

Navajos, 1856 (lithograph)
3672291 Navajos, 1856 (lithograph) by American School, (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info.: [Lithographs of North American Indian portraits, antiquities, landscapes)

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Pitaleshau Head Chief of the Pawnees (lithograph)

Pitaleshau Head Chief of the Pawnees (lithograph)
3672257 Pitaleshau Head Chief of the Pawnees (lithograph) by American School, (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info.: [Lithographs of North American Indian portraits)

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Western outlet of the Strait of the Fury & Hecla from W. end of Amherst island at which

Western outlet of the Strait of the Fury & Hecla from W. end of Amherst island at which the expedition was stopped
3672055 Western outlet of the Strait of the Fury & Hecla from W. end of Amherst island at which the expedition was stopped, 1824 (engraving) by Finden, Edward Francis (1791-1857); Newberry Library

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Canoe of the Savage Islands, Hudson's Strait, 1824 (engraving)

Canoe of the Savage Islands, Hudson's Strait, 1824 (engraving)
3672032 Canoe of the Savage Islands, Hudson's Strait, 1824 (engraving) by Finden, Edward Francis (1791-1857); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Arnaneelia, a native of Winter Island, 1822, 1824 (engraving)

Arnaneelia, a native of Winter Island, 1822, 1824 (engraving)
3672010 Arnaneelia, a native of Winter Island, 1822, 1824 (engraving) by Finden, Edward Francis (1791-1857); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Interior of an Eskimaux snow-hut, Winter Island, 1822, 1824 (engraving)

Interior of an Eskimaux snow-hut, Winter Island, 1822, 1824 (engraving)
3671986 Interior of an Eskimaux snow-hut, Winter Island, 1822, 1824 (engraving) by Finden, Edward Francis (1791-1857); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Mission of St Carlos, 1798 (watercolour)

Mission of St Carlos, 1798 (watercolour)
3672994 Mission of St Carlos, 1798 (watercolour) by Alexander, William (1767-1816); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info)

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Village of friendly Indians, at the entrance of Bute's Canal, 1798 (watercolour)

Village of friendly Indians, at the entrance of Bute's Canal, 1798 (watercolour)
3672968 Village of friendly Indians, at the entrance of Bute's Canal, 1798 (watercolour) by Alexander, William (1767-1816); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: The Discovery on the rocks, Queen Charlotte's Sound, 1798 (watercolour)

The Discovery on the rocks, Queen Charlotte's Sound, 1798 (watercolour)
3672958 The Discovery on the rocks, Queen Charlotte's Sound, 1798 (watercolour) by Alexander, William (1767-1816); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: A collection of Waldeck's original artwork of Mesoamerica, Box 7 of 22, 1831 (print)

A collection of Waldeck's original artwork of Mesoamerica, Box 7 of 22, 1831 (print)
3672796 A collection of Waldeck's original artwork of Mesoamerica, Box 7 of 22, 1831 (print) by Waldeck, Johann Friedrich Maximilian von (1766-1875); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Lipan Warrior, 1857 (lithograph)

Lipan Warrior, 1857 (lithograph)
3672326 Lipan Warrior, 1857 (lithograph) by Schott, Arthur (1814-75); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info.: [Lithographs of North American Indian portraits, antiquities, landscapes)

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Friendly Cove, Nootka Sound, Vancouver's Island, 1798 (watercolour)

Friendly Cove, Nootka Sound, Vancouver's Island, 1798 (watercolour)
3672980 Friendly Cove, Nootka Sound, Vancouver's Island, 1798 (watercolour) by Alexander, William (1767-1816); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Port Dick, near Cook's Inlet, 1798 (watercolour)

Port Dick, near Cook's Inlet, 1798 (watercolour)
3672952 Port Dick, near Cook's Inlet, 1798 (watercolour) by Alexander, William (1767-1816); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: A collection of Waldeck's original artwork of Mesoamerica, Box 20 of 22, 1831 (print)

A collection of Waldeck's original artwork of Mesoamerica, Box 20 of 22, 1831 (print)
3672914 A collection of Waldeck's original artwork of Mesoamerica, Box 20 of 22, 1831 (print) by Waldeck, Johann Friedrich Maximilian von (1766-1875); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Silver Heels, c.1770-1959 (print)

Silver Heels, c.1770-1959 (print)
3674016 Silver Heels, c.1770-1959 (print) by Jerome H. Remick & Co. (early 20th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: The Indian Hunter, c.1770-1959 (print)

The Indian Hunter, c.1770-1959 (print)
3674006 The Indian Hunter, c.1770-1959 (print) by Firth, Hall & Pond (1833-1847); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info)

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Moon-Bird, An Indian Love Song, c.1770-1959 (print)

Moon-Bird, An Indian Love Song, c.1770-1959 (print)
3674004 Moon-Bird, An Indian Love Song, c.1770-1959 (print) by Jerome H. Remick & Co. (early 20th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Comanche camp on Shady Creek, 1856 (lithograph)

Comanche camp on Shady Creek, 1856 (lithograph)
3672297 Comanche camp on Shady Creek, 1856 (lithograph) by American School, (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info.: [Lithographs of North American Indian portraits)

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Camp scene in the Mojave valley of Rio Colorado, 1856 (lithograph)

Camp scene in the Mojave valley of Rio Colorado, 1856 (lithograph)
3672289 Camp scene in the Mojave valley of Rio Colorado, 1856 (lithograph) by American School, (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Zuni, 1856 (lithograph)

Zuni, 1856 (lithograph)
3672283 Zuni, 1856 (lithograph) by American School, (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info.: [Lithographs of North American Indian portraits, antiquities, landscapes)

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Rio Colorado - near the Mojave Villages view no. 1 from the left bank looking W. N

Rio Colorado - near the Mojave Villages view no. 1 from the left bank looking W. N. W, 1856 (lithograph)
3672277 Rio Colorado - near the Mojave Villages view no. 1 from the left bank looking W. N. W, 1856 (lithograph) by American School, (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Indian designs and manufactures, 1856 (lithograph)

Indian designs and manufactures, 1856 (lithograph)
3672270 Indian designs and manufactures, 1856 (lithograph) by American School, (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info.: [Lithographs of North American Indian portraits)

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Aztec hieroglyphic manuscript in the Vatican library (lithograph)

Aztec hieroglyphic manuscript in the Vatican library (lithograph)
3672254 Aztec hieroglyphic manuscript in the Vatican library (lithograph) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Ruinas de la Piramide de Xochicalco, 1839 (litho)

Ruinas de la Piramide de Xochicalco, 1839 (litho)
3672248 Ruinas de la Piramide de Xochicalco, 1839 (litho) by Nebel, Carl (1805-55); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info.: [Lithographs of North American Indian portraits, antiquities)

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Fall of the Barrow, 1824 (engraving)

Fall of the Barrow, 1824 (engraving)
3672059 Fall of the Barrow, 1824 (engraving) by Finden, Edward Francis (1791-1857); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info)

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Group of Eskimaux, 1822, 1824 (engraving)

Group of Eskimaux, 1822, 1824 (engraving)
3672048 Group of Eskimaux, 1822, 1824 (engraving) by Finden, Edward Francis (1791-1857); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Group of Eskimaux at Igloolik, 1824 (engraving)

Group of Eskimaux at Igloolik, 1824 (engraving)
3672036 Group of Eskimaux at Igloolik, 1824 (engraving) by Finden, Edward Francis (1791-1857); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Group of Eskimaux, Igloolik, 1823, 1824 (engraving)

Group of Eskimaux, Igloolik, 1823, 1824 (engraving)
3672025 Group of Eskimaux, Igloolik, 1823, 1824 (engraving) by Finden, Edward Francis (1791-1857); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Eskimaux children dancing, Igloolik, 1823, 1824 (engraving)

Eskimaux children dancing, Igloolik, 1823, 1824 (engraving)
3672006 Eskimaux children dancing, Igloolik, 1823, 1824 (engraving) by Finden, Edward Francis (1791-1857); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: An Eskimaux creeping into the passage of a snow hut, 1824 (engraving)

An Eskimaux creeping into the passage of a snow hut, 1824 (engraving)
3671991 An Eskimaux creeping into the passage of a snow hut, 1824 (engraving) by Finden, Edward Francis (1791-1857); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Eskimaux, listening at a seal-hole, in the act of striking a seal, 1824 (engraving)

Eskimaux, listening at a seal-hole, in the act of striking a seal, 1824 (engraving)
3671982 Eskimaux, listening at a seal-hole, in the act of striking a seal, 1824 (engraving) by Finden, Edward Francis (1791-1857); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Mohawk School Room, 1786 (engraving)

Mohawk School Room, 1786 (engraving)
3671001 Mohawk School Room, 1786 (engraving) by Peachey, James (fl.1780-87); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info.: A Primer for the use of the Mohawk children)

Background imageAmerican Native Indians Collection: Dedication of Chief Joseph's Monument at Nespeleni, Washington, June 19th, 1904 (b/w photo)

Dedication of Chief Joseph's Monument at Nespeleni, Washington, June 19th, 1904 (b/w photo)
3671267 Dedication of Chief Joseph's Monument at Nespeleni, Washington, June 19th, 1904 (b/w photo) by Moorhouse, Lee (1850-1926); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois




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"Exploring the Rich Cultural Heritage of American Native Indians" Step into the captivating world through a collection of stunning artworks and photographs that offer glimpses into their diverse lives and traditions. In Kotzebue, Alaska, circa 1929, an Eskimo muskrat hunter gracefully paddles through the marsh, showcasing the harmonious relationship between man and nature. The black-and-white photo captures a moment frozen in time. Traveling back to 1837, we witness "Crossing the Divide or Thirsty Trappers Making a Rush for the River, " depicted on paper with vibrant watercolors. This artwork portrays the resilience and determination of trappers as they navigate challenging terrains in pursuit of survival. A buffalo robe adorned with a Winter count serves as a colorful testament to storytelling among indigenous communities. Each symbol on this lithograph represents significant events within their history—a visual narrative passed down from generation to generation. Delve further into Mesoamerican culture with Waldeck's original artwork showcased in boxes one, five, nine, and ten out of twenty-two from 1831. These prints provide invaluable insights into ancient civilizations' artistry and way of life—an artistic treasure trove waiting to be explored. The portrait capturing Black Hawk alongside Na-Be-Ghi-Zeik offers a glimpse into leadership figures who played pivotal roles in shaping Native Indian societies—symbols of strength and resilience etched onto canvas. Fast forward to 1911 when young individuals left home for the Carlisle Indian School—a chromolitho print that encapsulates both hope for education opportunities but also highlights historical challenges faced by indigenous youth seeking assimilation while preserving their cultural heritage. Marvel at goddess Teoyaomqui standing beside a porphyry sacrificial stone—an exquisite watercolor masterpiece dating back to c. 1843-50—showcasing religious beliefs intertwined with nature worship among native tribes.