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C.1900-1920. Painting on elk hide, attributed to George Washakie, son of Chief Washakie. Provenance says the hide depicts buffalo hunt scene & Wolf Dance (but see close-up for more accurate assessment). This is an extremely vibrant painted hide and most likely was stored soon after its original collection. Click here or on the picture to see a detailed view of the dance. Collected by William Wildschut c.1925 and accessioned same year. Cat. No. 12.2147. Courtesy NMAI, Cultural Resources Center, Suitland, MD. |
