King Charles B Collection

Chon-Ca-Pe, 1837. Creator: Albert Newsam
Chon-Ca-Pe, 1837

Payta Kootha, a Shawnee Warrior, 1836. Creator: Albert Newsam
Payta Kootha, a Shawnee Warrior, 1836

Qua-Ta-Wa-Pea, A Shawnoe Chief, 1838. Creator: Albert Newsam
Qua-Ta-Wa-Pea, A Shawnoe Chief, 1838

Ne-Sou-A Quoit, a Fox Chief, 1837. Creator: Albert Newsam
Ne-Sou-A Quoit, a Fox Chief, 1837

King-Bugatti U-16 Engine, 1919. Creator: Duesenberg Motors Corporation
Ettore Bugatti designed the prototype of this engine in France during World War I. The U.S. Governments Bolling Commission

Tenskwatawa, c. 1830-1833. Creator: Henry Inman
Tenskwatawa, c. 1830-1833

Miss Satterlee, ca. 1830-1839. Creator: Charles Bird King
Miss Satterlee, ca. 1830-1839

Young Omahaw, War Eagle, Little Missouri, and Pawnees, 1821. Creator: Charles Bird King
Young Omahaw, War Eagle, Little Missouri, and Pawnees, 1821

No Heart (Nan-che-ning-ga), 1837. Creator: Charles Bird King
No Heart (Nan-che-ning-ga), 1837

John Caldwell Calhoun, c. 1822. Creator: Charles Bird King
John Caldwell Calhoun, c. 1822

Sarah Weston Seaton with her Children Augustine and Julia, c. 1815

No-way-ke-sug-ga, (ca. 1840?). Creator: Alexander Davis Cooper
No-way-ke-sug-ga, (ca. 1840?)

Jack-o-pa (The Six), 1827. Creator: Charles Bird King
Jack-o-pa (The Six), 1827

Co-sne-boin, 1827. Creator: Charles Bird King
Co-sne-boin, 1827

Mrs. Joshua Johnson, n. d. Creator: Charles Bird King
Mrs. Joshua Johnson, n.d

Joshua Johnson, n. d. Creator: Charles Bird King
Joshua Johnson, n.d

Stephen Decatur, c. 1820. Creator: Charles Bird King
Stephen Decatur, c. 1820

John C. Calhoun, c. 1823. Creator: Charles Bird King
John C. Calhoun, c. 1823

Catahecassa, c. 1830-1833. Creator: Henry Inman
Catahecassa, c. 1830-1833

Sequoyah, c. 1830. Creator: Henry Inman
Sequoyah, c. 1830

Henry Clay, 1821. Creator: Charles Bird King
Henry Clay, 1821

Poor Artists Cupboard, c. 1815. Creator: Charles Bird King
Poor Artists Cupboard, c. 1815

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"King Charles B: A Glimpse into History's Portraits" Step back in time and explore the captivating world of King Charles B, a collection of portraits that offer a window into various eras and cultures. Among these remarkable works is the iconic "King-Bugatti U-16 Engine, 1919, " created by Duesenberg Motors Corporation. This masterpiece showcases the ingenuity and craftsmanship of its time. Delve further into history with "Tenskwatawa, c. 1830-1833, " painted by Henry Inman. This portrait captures the essence of this influential Native American leader, known as The Prophet, who played a significant role in shaping his community. Another striking piece is "Miss Satterlee, ca. 1830-1839, " crafted by Charles Bird King himself. This portrait exudes elegance and grace as it immortalizes an unknown woman from the early 19th century. Traveling even further back in time, we encounter "Young Omahaw, War Eagle, Little Missouri, and Pawnees, 1821. " Created by Charles Bird King once again, this painting offers insight into Native American tribes during their interactions with European settlers. "No Heart (Nan-che-ning-ga), 1837" presents us with another mesmerizing depiction of Native American culture through the skilled brushstrokes of Charles Bird King. The intensity in No Heart's gaze speaks volumes about his resilience and spirit. Moving away from indigenous subjects to political figures like John Caldwell Calhoun depicted circa 1822 reveals how portraiture served as a means to capture power dynamics within society during that era. The collection also includes family portraits such as "Sarah Weston Seaton with her Children Augustine and Julia" from around 1815 – showcasing familial bonds frozen in time for generations to come. Witnessing cultural diversity continues with Alexander Davis Cooper's enigmatic portrayal titled "No-way-ke-sug-ga" from around 1840.