George Catlin and His Indian Gallery
by George Catlin
from Smithsonian American Art Museum
From the foremost collection of the artist's work, a remarkable portrait of Native American life.
In 1832, George Catlin—showman, entrepreneur, and artist—made the first of four trips into Indian country, painting as he went, in a wonderfully spontaneous, if somewhat naive style. His ambition was to paint every tribe. He fell short. But what he did achieve, and the subject of this splendid volume, is a remarkable look into the faces and daily activities of Native Americans before their lands and their numbers were so radically diminished. And while Catlin was clearly influenced by the idea that Indians were Noble Savages (rapidly acquiring the vices of the white man while losing their "savage" virtues), his passion for his work is evidence of a profound respect and affection for his subjects, clearly demonstrated in this magnificent book. 275 illustrations, 150 in color.
Native Americans: A Portrait : The Art and Travels of Charles Bird King, George Catlin, and Karl Bodmer
by Robert J. Moore
from Stewart Tabori & Chang
George Catlin and The Old Frontier: A biography and picture gallery of the Dean of Indian painters
George Catlin: Episodes from Life Among the Indians and Last Rambles
Illustrations of the Manners, Customs, and Condition of the North American Indians: With Letters and Notes (The Works of George Catlin Series)
The Letters of George Catlin and His Family
First Artist of the West: Paintings and Watercolors by George Catlin from the Collection of Gilcrease Museum
Catlin's Indian gallery: The George Catlin paintings in the United States National Museum
George Catlin Episodes from Among the Indians and Last Rambles
Native Americans: The Art and Travels of Charles Bird King, George Catlin and Karl Bodmer
If you are interested in learning about Native Americans, then consider the works of these three artists: Charles Bird King, George Catlin and Karl Bodmer, whose travels have enabled them to record the lifestyles of this fascinating group of people. This book is illustrated throughout with over 300 reproductions of original drawings, paintings and lithographs, which provide an essential view into the life of the Native American.
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