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Thayendanegea

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Print of a Gilbert Stuart painted portrait of Thayendangea (known also as Joseph Brant). He wears a feathered headdress and a shell around his neck.

Date Created:
1786
Creator:
Stuart, Gilbert, 1755-1828

Publication Information

Creator Stuart, Gilbert, 1755-1828
Date Created 1786

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 14 x 16 cm

Collection Information

Call Number NF Brant, joseph

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0138TK
Legacy ID
WHi 93228

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