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Powhatan Collection (#2)

The Powhatan tribe, an American Indian group, held a significant presence in the region known as Virginia during the early 17th century

Background imagePowhatan Collection: POCAHONTAS (1595?-1617). Native American princess. Lithograph, c1836-44

POCAHONTAS (1595?-1617). Native American princess. Lithograph, c1836-44

Background imagePowhatan Collection: POCAHONTAS (c1595-1617). Native American Princess. Oil on canvas by an unknown English artist

POCAHONTAS (c1595-1617). Native American Princess. Oil on canvas by an unknown English artist, probably 18th century, after an engraving, 1616, by Simon van de Passe

Background imagePowhatan Collection: POCAHONTAS (1595?-1617). Native American princess

POCAHONTAS (1595?-1617). Native American princess. The wedding of Pocahontas and John Rolfe at Jamestown, Virginia, April 1614. Lithograph, 1867

Background imagePowhatan Collection: BAPTISM OF POCAHONTAS. at Jamestown, Virginia, in 1613 or 1614. Oil on canvas, 1840

BAPTISM OF POCAHONTAS. at Jamestown, Virginia, in 1613 or 1614. Oil on canvas, 1840, by John Gadsby Chapman

Background imagePowhatan Collection: NATIVE AMERICANS: WEROWANCE, 1590. A Weroan or great Lorde of Virginia

NATIVE AMERICANS: WEROWANCE, 1590. A Weroan or great Lorde of Virginia. Line engraving by Theodore de Bry after John White, 1590, with text by Thomas Harriot

Background imagePowhatan Collection: White farmhouse and fence in mist, Powhatan, Virginia, United States

White farmhouse and fence in mist, Powhatan, Virginia, United States

Background imagePowhatan Collection: Virginia, United States

Virginia, United States

Background imagePowhatan Collection: USA, Virginia, Arrowhead in Powatan Creek at Sunrise, Jamestown

USA, Virginia, Arrowhead in Powatan Creek at Sunrise, Jamestown (Large format sizes available)

Background imagePowhatan Collection: Lines of the New England merchant brigs Powhatan and Pocahontas, built at Newburyport

Lines of the New England merchant brigs Powhatan and Pocahontas, built at Newburyport, Massachusetts, 1829-1830
MERCHANT BRIG PLANS, 1829. Lines of the New England merchant brigs Powhatan and Pocahontas, built at Newburyport, Massachusetts, 1829-1830

Background imagePowhatan Collection: John Smith (1580-1631) English colonist and adventurer who sailed for Virginia in 1606

John Smith (1580-1631) English colonist and adventurer who sailed for Virginia in 1606. Based at Jamestown, he mapped Virginia

Background imagePowhatan Collection: POWHATAN IN STATE. (From Smiths Virginia) Powhatan was the paramount chief of a

POWHATAN IN STATE. (From Smiths Virginia) Powhatan was the paramount chief of a network of tributary tribal nations in the Tidewater region of Virginia, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, US, USA

Background imagePowhatan Collection: One of the Religeous men in the towne of Secota. Line engraving by Theodor de Bry after John

One of the Religeous men in the towne of Secota. Line engraving by Theodor de Bry after John White, 1590
DE BRY: RELIGIOUS MAN. One of the Religeous men in the towne of Secota. Line engraving by Theodor de Bry after John White, 1590, with text by Thomas Harriot

Background imagePowhatan Collection: CIVIL WAR: PONTOON BRIDGE. A pontoon bridge across the James River at Powhatan Point, Virginia

CIVIL WAR: PONTOON BRIDGE. A pontoon bridge across the James River at Powhatan Point, Virginia, used by General Ulysses Grants army during his march from Coal Harbor to City Point

Background imagePowhatan Collection: VIRGINIA: MOTTO. Sic semper tyrrannis (thus always to tyrants)

VIRGINIA: MOTTO. Sic semper tyrrannis (thus always to tyrants), the motto of the Commonwealth of Virginia, surrounded by portraits of the states favorite sons

Background imagePowhatan Collection: OPECHANCANOUGH (c1546-c1646). Native American chief. Opechancanough making a violent gesture

OPECHANCANOUGH (c1546-c1646). Native American chief. Opechancanough making a violent gesture during negotiations with Sir Francis Wyatt, colonial Governor of Virginia, c1620. Color engraving, 1877

Background imagePowhatan Collection: POCAHONTAS (1595?-1617). Native Amerian princess. Pocahontas saving the life of Captain John

POCAHONTAS (1595?-1617). Native Amerian princess. Pocahontas saving the life of Captain John Smith, late December 1607. Wood engraving, American, 1846, after Felix O.C. Darley

Background imagePowhatan Collection: DE BRY: POWHATAN WOMAN. One of the chieff Ladyes of Secota. Line engraving by Theodore de Bry

DE BRY: POWHATAN WOMAN. One of the chieff Ladyes of Secota. Line engraving by Theodore de Bry after John White, 1590, with text by Thomas Harriot

Background imagePowhatan Collection: POWHATAN (1547-1618). Chief Powhatan in state: line engraving from John Smiths Generall Historie

POWHATAN (1547-1618). Chief Powhatan in state: line engraving from John Smiths Generall Historie of Virginia, 1624

Background imagePowhatan Collection: POCAHONTAS (1595?-1617) asks her father Powhatan to spare the life of John Smith

POCAHONTAS (1595?-1617) asks her father Powhatan to spare the life of John Smith: copper engraving from Smiths " Generall Historie of Virginia, " 1624

Background imagePowhatan Collection: BAPTISM OF POCAHONTAS. The baptism of Native American princess Pocahontas at Jamestown, Virginia

BAPTISM OF POCAHONTAS. The baptism of Native American princess Pocahontas at Jamestown, Virginia, 1613 or 1614. Wood engraving, 19th century

Background imagePowhatan Collection: POCAHONTAS (1595?-1617). Pocahontas asks her father, Powhatan, to spare the life of John Smith

POCAHONTAS (1595?-1617). Pocahontas asks her father, Powhatan, to spare the life of John Smith. Copper engraving from Smiths Generall Historie of Virginia, 1624

Background imagePowhatan Collection: POCAHONTAS & SMITH. Captain John Smith (1580-1631) and Pocahontas (1595?-1617)

POCAHONTAS & SMITH. Captain John Smith (1580-1631) and Pocahontas (1595?-1617). Wood engraving, American, 1877

Background imagePowhatan Collection: POWHATAN (1547-1618). Native American Chief. Chief Powhatan in state

POWHATAN (1547-1618). Native American Chief. Chief Powhatan in state. Line engraving from John Smiths Generall Historie of Virginia, 1624

Background imagePowhatan Collection: DE BRY: ROANOKE NATIVE AMERICAN. A cheiff Lorde of Roanoac. Line engraving by Theodor de Bry

DE BRY: ROANOKE NATIVE AMERICAN. A cheiff Lorde of Roanoac. Line engraving by Theodor de Bry, after John White, 1590, with text by Thomas Harriot

Background imagePowhatan Collection: POCAHONTAS, 17th CENTURY. The 12-year-old Pocahontas pleads with her father, Powhatan

POCAHONTAS, 17th CENTURY. The 12-year-old Pocahontas pleads with her father, Powhatan, for the life of Captain John Smith: 19th century engraving

Background imagePowhatan Collection: DE BRY: NATIVE AMERICAN COOKING. Powhatan Native Americans cooking fish over an open flame

DE BRY: NATIVE AMERICAN COOKING. Powhatan Native Americans cooking fish over an open flame. Line engraving by Theodor de Bry after John White, 1590, with text by Thomas Harriot

Background imagePowhatan Collection: DE BRY: SECOTON VILLAGE. The Native American village of Secoton (North Carolina)

DE BRY: SECOTON VILLAGE. The Native American village of Secoton (North Carolina). Line engraving by Theodor de Bry after John White, 1590, from Thomas Harriots New Found Land of Virginia

Background imagePowhatan Collection: DE BRY: NATIVE AMERICAN COOKING. The browylinge of their fishe over the flame (Powhatan Indians)

DE BRY: NATIVE AMERICAN COOKING. The browylinge of their fishe over the flame (Powhatan Indians). Line engraving by Theodor de Bry after John White, 1590

Background imagePowhatan Collection: DE BRY: CANOE MAKING, 1590. Powhatan Native Americans making a dugout canoe

DE BRY: CANOE MAKING, 1590. Powhatan Native Americans making a dugout canoe. Line engraving, 1590, by Theodor de Bry after John White

Background imagePowhatan Collection: POCAHONTAS IN LONDON, 1616. Pocahontas received as a princess

POCAHONTAS IN LONDON, 1616. Pocahontas received as a princess and presented to King James I of England in London in 1616: colored engraving, 19th century

Background imagePowhatan Collection: DE BRY: MAKING CANOES. Carolina Algonquian Native Americans making dugout canoes

DE BRY: MAKING CANOES. Carolina Algonquian Native Americans making dugout canoes. Line engraving by Theodor de Bry after John White, 1590, from Thomas Harriots New Found Land of Virginia

Background imagePowhatan Collection: DE BRY: POWHATAN CONJURER. Line engraving by Theodor de Bry after John White, 1590

DE BRY: POWHATAN CONJURER. Line engraving by Theodor de Bry after John White, 1590, with text by Thomas Harriot

Background imagePowhatan Collection: DE BRY: POWHATAN WOMAN. A chief Lady of Pomeiooc. Powhatan woman and girl

DE BRY: POWHATAN WOMAN. A chief Lady of Pomeiooc. Powhatan woman and girl. Line engraving by Theodor de Bry after John White, 1590, with text by Thomas Harriot

Background imagePowhatan Collection: POCAHONTAS (1595?-1617). Native American princess. At about age 21

POCAHONTAS (1595?-1617). Native American princess. At about age 21. Line engraving from John Smiths Generall Historie of Virginia, 1624, after a painting of 1616

Background imagePowhatan Collection: DE BRY: NATIVE AMERICAN EATING. Their sitting at meate. A Powhatan man

DE BRY: NATIVE AMERICAN EATING. Their sitting at meate. A Powhatan man and woman eating a meal of maize, deer meat and fish

Background imagePowhatan Collection: POCAHONTAS & JOHN ROLFE. The marriage of Pocahontas and John Rolfe at Jamestown, Virginia

POCAHONTAS & JOHN ROLFE. The marriage of Pocahontas and John Rolfe at Jamestown, Virginia, in April 1614. Lithograph, 19th century

Background imagePowhatan Collection: PNAT2A-00022

PNAT2A-00022
Chief Opecancanough arousing Native Americans against Virginia colonists, 1622. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imagePowhatan Collection: PNAT2A-00024

PNAT2A-00024
Baptism of Pocahontas as a Christian in Jamestown, Virginia Colony. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imagePowhatan Collection: PNAT2D-00004

PNAT2D-00004
Statue of Pocahontas at the original site of Jamestown, in colonial National Historical Park, Virginia. Digital photograph

Background imagePowhatan Collection: PNAT2D-00003

PNAT2D-00003
Statue of Pocahontas at the original site of Jamestown, in Colonial National Historical Park, Virginia. Digital photograph

Background imagePowhatan Collection: Native American woman of the Virginia coast

Native American woman of the Virginia coast
One of the wives of Wyngyno, a Native American chief, Raleighs Colony, 1500s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 16th-century John White drawing

Background imagePowhatan Collection: EXPL2A-00078

EXPL2A-00078
Chief Powhatan of Virginia, father of Pocahontas, 1607. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction from John Smiths account, " The Generall Historie of Virginia..." 1624

Background imagePowhatan Collection: PNAT2A-00025

PNAT2A-00025
Pocahontas in England presented to King James I, with her husband John Rolfe, 1616. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imagePowhatan Collection: PNAT2A-00026

PNAT2A-00026
Pocahontas a captive aboard a Jamestown ship. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imagePowhatan Collection: PNAT2A-00030

PNAT2A-00030
Marriage of Pocahontas to John Rolfe, Jamestown Colony, 1614. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a painting by Henry Breuckner

Background imagePowhatan Collection: Pocahontas / Macdonald

Pocahontas / Macdonald
POCAHONTAS alias MATOAKA American Indian princess, daughter of Powhatan, wife of John Rolfe, seen here in native costume




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The Powhatan tribe, an American Indian group, held a significant presence in the region known as Virginia during the early 17th century. As depicted on Captain John Smith's map of Virginia from 1612, their locations were scattered across this vast land. By 1700, the Powhatan people had established themselves in various areas according to another map showcasing American Indian tribe locations. One fascinating aspect culture was their traditional dances. The Dance of the Powhatan Native Americans showcased their rich heritage and vibrant customs. In these performances, individuals adorned costumes that represented different aspects of Virginia's history - including warriors and members of the Powhatan tribe. Pocahontas, a prominent figure within both Native American and colonial narratives, has become synonymous with the Powhatans. Her story has been immortalized through various artworks such as Joseph Mozier's oil painting from 1868. Pocahontas' legacy continues to captivate audiences today due to her role as a bridge between two cultures. Visiting a shrine dedicated to the Powhatans provides an opportunity for reflection on their enduring impact on Virginia's history. This sacred space serves as a reminder of their traditions and contributions to this day. In exploring cultural exchange beyond America's shores, there is evidence that even international dignitaries recognized the significance of the Powhatans' heritage. A dinner given aboard U. S. S. F for Japanese Commissioners demonstrates how far-reaching their influence was perceived to be. Artistic depictions also shed light on historical events involving the Powhatans; one example being "The Powhatan" color woodblock print from around 1854 showcases scenes featuring them alongside other figures during that era. Lastly, it is worth noting that even amidst turbulent times like December 1864 when conflicts raged along Hampton Roads in Virginia during the Civil War period - images depicting Federal fleets show remnants of what once was Powhatan land.