Antique 1840's Native American Engraving Art Osage Nation Portraits W/ Names. Plate 133: Sho-me-cos-se (The Wolf)A renowned Osage chief depicted by Catlin. His portrait showcases traditional Osage hairstyles and distinct physical adornments.Plate 134: Meach-o-shin-gaw (The Little White Bear)An influential warrior or leader within the tribe, illustrated in his authentic native attire and face paints. Plate 135: Chesh-oo-hong-ha (The Red Coyote)An additional warrior whose portrait emphasizes the unique customs and garments native to the Osage people during the 1830s. Plate 136: Wa-hon-ga-shee (No Fool)This portrait completes the group of four on the lithograph leaf, documenting a noted individual from the tribe with Catlin's signature documentary realism 9x6 Inches by George Catlin.
| Type | Engraving |
| Artist | George Catlin |
| Culture | Native American |
| Features | Art |
| Framing | Unframed |
| Image Orientation | Portrait |
| Item Height | 9 in |
| Item Length | 6 in |
| Material | Paper |
| Original/Licensed Reprint | Original |
| Production Technique | Steel Engraving |
| Region Of Origin | New York |
| Size | Small |
| Time Period Produced | 1850-1899 |
| Title | Native American |
| Unit Type | Unit |
| Unit Of Sale | Single Piece |
| Year Of Production | 1844 |
You will find the paper has a gentle ripple texture, adding visual interest.