King, C.B.

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Charles Bird King (1785–1862) was an American portrait artist renowned for his depictions of Native American leaders and other prominent figures of his time. Born in Newport, Rhode Island, King studied under the famous American artist Edward Savage and later honed his skills at the Royal Academy in London. Upon returning to the United States, he established himself in Washington, D.C., where he became a sought-after portraitist.

King's work is particularly significant for its historical value, as he was commissioned by Thomas L. McKenney, head of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, to create portraits of Native American delegates visiting the capital. These portraits were intended to document the appearance and attire of Native American leaders for posterity. Many of King's portraits were later reproduced as lithographs in McKenney and James Hall's publication, "History of the Indian Tribes of North America," which remains a crucial resource for understanding Native American history and culture during the early 19th century.

King's portraits are characterized by their meticulous attention to detail and the dignified representation of his subjects. He aimed to capture not only the physical likeness but also the personality and status of the individuals he painted. His works include portraits of notable figures such as Chief Keokuk of the Sauk tribe, Chief Osceola of the Seminole, and Sequoyah, the creator of the Cherokee syllabary.

Despite his success, many of King's original works were lost in a fire at the Smithsonian Institution in 1865. However, his legacy endures through the surviving portraits and the lithographs that continue to be studied and admired for their artistic and historical significance. Charles Bird King's contributions to American art and his role in preserving the visual heritage of Native American leaders make him a pivotal figure in the annals of 19th-century portraiture.

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