| August 17, 2003 |
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Images of Native Americans
Tucked  in the Bancroft Library's collection devoted to the history of California and the American West, you'll find this exhibit showcasing somewhat controversial portrayals of Native Americans by Europeans. These depictions featured in these rare books, photos, portraits, and documents raise several questions. Are these just misinterpreted views of Native Americans by a foreign society? Do these images tell us more about the creators of such works than they reveal about the subjects shown? The hand-colored portraits of James Otto Lewis in 1835 helped give birth to a whole "noble savage" ideal of Native Americans prevalent throughout 19th-century art. For a contextual overview, a timeline helps break down the various artists and styles. From amusing dishes to staged photos, this exhibit gives a historical look at how certain perceptions of Native Americans in our society were formed. (in Cultures and Groups) |
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