Sac And Fox Collection

Football player Jim Thorpe, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Football player Jim Thorpe, between 1910 and 1920. Athlete and Olympic gold medalist James Francis Thorpe was the first Native American to win a gold medal for the United States in the Olympics

Map showing the lands assigned to emigrant Indians west of Arkansas and Missouri, 1836. Creator: Topographical Bureau
Map showing the lands assigned to emigrant Indians west of Arkansas and Missouri, 1836. Following passage of the Indian Removal Act in 1830

Portrait of Black Hawk and Na-Be-Ghi-Zeik
3672941 Portrait of Black Hawk and Na-Be-Ghi-Zeik by Lambdin, James Reid (1807-89); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info.: A watercolour portrait of Black Hawk. by Lambdin, James Reed)

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Sac & Fox, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Sac & Fox, between 1855 and 1865

Sac & Fox Indian Chiefs / Group of Indians, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Sac & Fox Indian Chiefs / Group of Indians, between 1855 and 1865

Pam-a-ho, The Swimmer, One of Black Hawk's Warriors, 1832. Creator: George Catlin
Pam-a-ho, The Swimmer, One of Black Hawk's Warriors, 1832

Discovery Dance, Sac and Fox, 1835-1837. Creator: George Catlin
Discovery Dance, Sac and Fox, 1835-1837

Wa-quoth-e-qua, The Buck's Wife, Wife of the Whale, 1835. Creator: George Catlin
Wa-quoth-e-qua, The Buck's Wife, Wife of the Whale, 1835

Nah-pope adviser to Black Hawk, 1832. Creator: George Catlin
Nah-pope adviser to Black Hawk, 1832

Wah-pe-kee-suck, White Cloud (called the Prophet), Adviser to Black Hawk, 1832

Dance to the Berdash, 1835-1837. Creator: George Catlin
Dance to the Berdash, 1835-1837

Discovery Dance - Saukie, 1861. Creator: George Catlin
Discovery Dance - Saukie, 1861. Without music, spies are seen, dancing out signalling, the pretended approach of enemies or buffaloes

Two Saukie Chiefs and a Woman, 1861 / 1869. Creator: George Catlin
Two Saukie Chiefs and a Woman, 1861/1869. Kee-o-kuk (chief with mace), Pash-e-pa-ho (with shield and pipe) and Nah-wee-re-coo (wife of Kee-o-kuk) 1834

Amusing Dance - Saukie, 1861 / 1869. Creator: George Catlin
Amusing Dance - Saukie, 1861/1869. Given before strangers for their amusement, and with the view of obtaining presents

Amusing Dance - Sioux, 1861 / 1869. Creator: George Catlin
Amusing Dance - Sioux, 1861/1869. Saukie dance given before strangers for their amusement, and with the view of obtaining gifts

War Dance of the Saukies, 1861 / 1869. Creator: George Catlin
War Dance of the Saukies, 1861/1869. Ordered by the chief Keeokuk, at his village, on the Desmoines River at the close of the Black Hawk War

The Running Fox on a Fine Horse - Saukie, 1861 / 1869. Creator: George Catlin
The Running Fox on a Fine Horse - Saukie, 1861/1869. Kee-o-kuk

Dance to the Berdache - Saukie, 1861 / 1869. Creator: George Catlin
Dance to the Berdache - Saukie, 1861/1869

Black Hawk, Sac and Fox, from the American Indian Chiefs series (N2) for Allen &
Black Hawk, Sac and Fox, from the American Indian Chiefs series (N2) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1888

Keokuks Son, Sac and Fox, from the American Indian Chiefs series (N2) for Allen &
Keokuks Son, Sac and Fox, from the American Indian Chiefs series (N2) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1888

Keokuk, Sac and Fox, from the American Indian Chiefs series (N2) for Allen &
Keokuk, Sac and Fox, from the American Indian Chiefs series (N2) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1888

Bum-bemsue, 1847. Creator: Thomas Martin Easterly
Bum-bemsue, 1847

MOSES KEOKUK (1821-1908). Sac and Fox Nation chief. With his son Charles, c1868. Photograph by A. Zeno Shindler, c1868

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The Sac and Fox tribe, also known as the Meskwaki Nation, holds a rich history and cultural heritage that is beautifully captured in various portraits and artworks. One such portrait showcases two prominent figures of the tribe - Black Hawk and Na-Be-Ghi-Zeik. Painted between 1855 and 1865 by an unknown artist, this captivating piece reflects their importance within the community. In another artwork from the same period, we see a group of Sac & Fox Indian Chiefs gathered together. Their stoic expressions convey wisdom and leadership, reminding us of their crucial role in guiding their people through challenging times. George Catlin's paintings provide further insight into the lives of these Native Americans. "Pam-a-ho: The Swimmer" depicts one of Black Hawk's warriors from 1832. The intensity in his eyes speaks volumes about his bravery on the battlefield. Catlin's "Discovery Dance" captures a momentous occasion for the Sac and Fox tribe between 1835-1837. This ceremonial dance symbolizes unity, celebration, and spiritual connection with nature - elements deeply ingrained in their culture. "Wa-quoth-e-qua: The Buck's Wife, " painted by Catlin in 1835, portrays a woman who exudes strength and resilience. Her presence reminds us that women played vital roles within tribal communities as caretakers, leaders, and keepers of tradition. Nah-pope was an influential adviser to Black Hawk during tumultuous times; George Catlin immortalized him in his painting from 1832. Nah-pope's wise countenance suggests he possessed invaluable knowledge passed down through generations. Another key figure depicted by Catlin is Wah-pe-kee-suck or White Cloud (called the Prophet), who served as an adviser to Black Hawk during this era of conflict with settlers encroaching upon tribal lands. Catlin's portrayal of various dances sheds light on important cultural practices.