Three Minatarree Indians by George Catlin. A group portrait showing a Hidatsa woman and two men in ceremonial attire against a hazy blue and yellow landscape.
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Three Minatarree Indians

George Catlin

1861 · Medium Not Listed

A dignified 19th-century ethnographic portrait of three Hidatsa individuals in traditional regalia by George Catlin.

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Where it works

A balanced artwork with steady presence with warm, lived-in color — holds a composed wall with restraint.

Often works in
Living Room · Office · Study
Placement
Works well as a measured horizontal anchor
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Benefits from a distinct wall tone
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Soft sage, Aged gold, Olive green

About the piece

Painted in 1861 by George Catlin, this work captures three Minatarree (Hidatsa) figures in exceptional detail. The artist meticulously depicts their traditional clothing, including feathered headdresses, beaded garments, and symbolic accessories, presenting a respectful and historic view of Native American life during the mid-19th century.