Mexkemahuastan, Chief of the Gros-Ventres of the Prairies, plate 20 from Volume 1 of 'Travels in the Interior of North America' 1843

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Mexkemahuastan, Chief of the Gros-Ventres of the Prairies, is the subject of Plate 20 from Volume 1 of "Travels in the Interior of North America," a work published in 1843 by Swiss artist Karl Bodmer. This artwork is part of a larger collection that documents Bodmer's journey alongside German prince Maximilian of Wied-Neuwied between 1832 and 1834, which aimed to study the indigenous peoples and landscapes of the North American interior.

The plate depicts Mexkemahuastan, a leader of the Gros Ventres, also known as the Atsina tribe, a group historically located in the Great Plains, particularly in what is now Montana and North Dakota. Bodmer's portrayal is noted for its detailed and respectful representation of Mexkemahuastan, highlighting the dignity and distinct cultural attributes of the Gros Ventres. The chief is depicted in traditional attire, with elements that signify his status within the tribe.

Bodmer's works are highly valued for their ethnographic accuracy and artistic quality, providing an important historical record of the indigenous peoples of North America prior to significant European-American settlement. "Travels in the Interior of North America" remains a crucial source for both historians and art historians, offering insights into the cultural and environmental contexts of the regions explored during the expedition.

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