On returning east in 1838, Catlin assembles…
1838 CE
On returning east in 1838, Catlin assembles his paintings and numerous artifacts into his Indian Gallery and begins delivering public lectures that draw on his personal recollections of life among the American Indians.
Catlin travels with his Indian Gallery to major cities such as Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, and New York.
He hangs his paintings “salon style”—side by side and one above another—to great effect.
Visitors identify each painting by the number on the frame as listed in Catlin’s catalogue.
Soon afterwards, he begins a lifelong effort to sell his collection to the U.S. government.
Images
George Catlin: Portrait of Osceola (1838)oil on canvas
Regions
Northern North America
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