[Pah-she-pah-how] (The Stabber), Sauk Delegate

Henry Inman

Created:
Movement:
1832
Realism
key Notes:
Portraiture, Indigenous Representation
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Dimensions:
24 x 18 1/4 in. (61 x 46.4 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
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[Pah-she-pah-how] (The Stabber), Sauk Delegate

The painting titled "[Pah-she-pah-how] (The Stabber), Sauk Delegate" was created by Henry Inman in 1832 using oil on canvas. This work is part of a series of portraits commissioned to document Native American leaders who visited Washington, D.C., during the early 19th century. Inman's portrayal of Pah-she-pah-how is significant for its detailed representation and respectful depiction, contributing to the historical record of Indigenous peoples during a period of significant cultural and political change. Henry Inman (1801–1846) was an American artist known for his portraits and landscapes, and he played a crucial role in the development of American art in the early 19th century. His works are noted for their technical skill and ability to capture the character and dignity of his subjects. This painting is an important example of Inman's contribution to American portraiture and his efforts to document the diverse cultures within the United States.

Description of the work:

The painting "[Pah-she-pah-how] (The Stabber), Sauk Delegate" by Henry Inman, created in 1832, is an oil on canvas portrait that captures the likeness of a Native American delegate from the Sauk tribe. The artwork is characterized by its realistic style and attention to detail, reflecting the 19th-century American interest in documenting Indigenous leaders during a period of significant cultural and political change.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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[Pah-she-pah-how] (The Stabber), Sauk Delegate