Artist: George Catlin
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Creation Year: c. 1820
Dimensions: 19.13×14.38 inches
Style: Figurative
Period: Early 19th Century
Condition: Excellent
Description: George Catlin was a 19th-century American artist, explorer, and advocate for Native American culture whose legacy is deeply intertwined with his iconic portraits and depictions of Native American tribes. A defining aspect of Catlin’s work is his commitment to authenticity and respect for his subjects. He strove to capture not only their physical appearances but also their spiritual essence and cultural practices. His portraits are characterized by a keen attention to detail and a sensitivity to the individuality of each subject, reflecting his deep admiration for Native American traditions and values. This painting however, went beyond his skill for painting Native American portraits and ventured into a self portrait. This self portrait likely depicts him in his late 20s, dating the painting to the early 1820s. This shows his detail and precision in portraying the human expression and characteristics, while taking on such a familiar subject as himself. This painting comes in excellent condition with frame.
Artist: George Catlin
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Creation Year: c. 1820
Dimensions: 19.13×14.38 inches
Style: Figurative
Period: Early 19th Century
Condition: Excellent
Description: George Catlin was a 19th-century American artist, explorer, and advocate for Native American culture whose legacy is deeply intertwined with his iconic portraits and depictions of Native American tribes. A defining aspect of Catlin’s work is his commitment to authenticity and respect for his subjects. He strove to capture not only their physical appearances but also their spiritual essence and cultural practices. His portraits are characterized by a keen attention to detail and a sensitivity to the individuality of each subject, reflecting his deep admiration for Native American traditions and values. This painting however, went beyond his skill for painting Native American portraits and ventured into a self portrait. This self portrait likely depicts him in his late 20s, dating the painting to the early 1820s. This shows his detail and precision in portraying the human expression and characteristics, while taking on such a familiar subject as himself. This painting comes in excellent condition with frame.
