Caatousee of the Chippewa Tribe

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"Caatousee of the Chippewa Tribe" is a portrait by the American painter Charles Bird King, known for his depictions of Native American leaders and culture in the early 19th century. King, born in 1785 and active until his death in 1862, was commissioned by the United States government to create portraits of Native American delegates visiting Washington, D.C., as part of an ethnographic and diplomatic project. His works, including "Caatousee of the Chippewa Tribe," were part of a larger collection known as the Indian Gallery, which was housed in the Smithsonian Institution until a fire destroyed many of the paintings in 1865.

The portrait of Caatousee, whose name is also spelled as "Kaa-tou-see," captures the visage of a Chippewa (Ojibwe) leader with an emphasis on dignity and individuality. King's artistic style combined the conventions of European portraiture with his own interpretation of his subjects' cultural backgrounds. The painting likely features traditional Chippewa attire and may include elements that signify the sitter's status and identity within the tribe.

As with many of King's portraits, "Caatousee of the Chippewa Tribe" would have served as both an artwork and an ethnographic record, reflecting the complex and often fraught relationships between the United States government and Native American nations during the period of westward expansion and treaty negotiations.

Unfortunately, due to the loss of many original works in the Smithsonian fire, it is unclear whether "Caatousee of the Chippewa Tribe" survives today or if it was among the paintings destroyed. If it does exist, it would be a valuable piece of historical and cultural documentation, providing insight into the government's diplomatic practices, King's artistic legacy, and the representation of Native American figures during a pivotal era in United States history.

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