Red-Bird, a Winnebago
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Red-Bird, a Winnebago
Red-Bird, a Winnebago. Print shows Red-Bird, a Winnebago, full-length portrait. Also shows another Native American seated on the ground. Date between 1848 and 1850
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 7350616
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10602417
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative print captures a moment in time featuring two Native American figures, with the prominent figure identified as Red-Bird, a Winnebago leader, around the years 1848 and 1850. Red-Bird is depicted in a full-length portrait, wearing a red headdress adorned with feathers and beads, and a traditional deerskin shirt and leggings. His serious expression and piercing gaze convey a sense of strength and determination. Seated on the ground before him, another Native American man is shown in a more subdued attire, with a plain headdress and a simple tunic and leggings. His posture suggests attentiveness and respect as he engages in conversation or listens intently to Red-Bird. The Winnebago, also known as the Ho-Chunk people, are a Native American tribe originally from the Great Lakes region in what is now the Midwestern United States. They are known for their rich cultural heritage, which includes a strong connection to the natural world and a complex social organization. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the lives of Native American leaders during a time of significant change and upheaval, as European settlers continued to encroach upon their lands. Red-Bird's striking appearance and the respectful interaction between the two figures serve as a poignant reminder of the resilience and complexity of Native American communities in the face of colonialism and displacement.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
