Blue Eagle, 1850 - 1900
Description
Folder 3
Inscribed, "To (illegible) Donald with heaps of good wishes Blue Eagle" on recto
Dates
- 1850 - 1900
Creator
- Unidentified (Photographer, Person)
Language of Materials
Materials in English
Access Restrictions
Available by appointment only at the Helmerich Center for American Research (HCAR) with the exception of materials with donor restrictions. Contact Library staff in advance to inquire if materials exist pertaining to your research interests.
Extent
From the Collection: 1627 item(s)
Mark(s)
Stamped, "Acee Blue Eagle - American Indian artist is known throughout the country for his charming ceremonial scenes and his delightful paintings of the wild horses, buffalo and antelope of the southwestern plains. Tracing Indian symbols in the sandy hills near Anadarko, Oklahoma, marked the first steps of blue Eagle in his fantastic climb from the obscure role of an Indian youngster to international fame as an Indian artist. His work is represented in numerous private collections and museums both in this country and abroad. Blue Eagle has been elected to the Indian "Hall of Fame" and the Who's Who of Outstanding Indians of the United States. He is also included in the Who's Who of American Artists, Who's Who of Oklahoma and the international Who's Who." on verso.
Creator
- Unidentified (Photographer, Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Gilcrease Museum/Helmerich Center for American Research Repository
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