Description
Offered here is an exceptional and rare 1885 hand-colored engraving titled “Group of Indians” by Charles Maurand, a renowned 19th-century French engraver celebrated for his detailed and expressive illustrations. This historically significant piece comes from the MS 051 Western Scenes: Woodcuts and Engravings collection, housed at the McCracken Research Library at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West.
Key Highlights:
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Created in 1885, during a pivotal period in the history of the American West.
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Artist: Charles Maurand (1824-1904), known for his work with “Le Monde Illustré” and his rare engravings from his time in the United States.
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Subject: A vivid group portrait of Native Americans, capturing authentic detail and cultural richness through European eyes.
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Medium: Hand-colored engraving, a labor-intensive process that adds depth and rarity to the print.
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Provenance: Cataloged in a respected institutional collection, lending both credibility and traceable history.
This piece offers a unique window into the 19th-century artistic documentation of Native American life and is a valuable addition to any collection of Western Americana, Native American history, or 19th-century engravings. Maurand’s American works are scarce, and hand-colored versions are even rarer, making this a particularly desirable collector’s item.
A superb opportunity to acquire a museum-documented, visually striking artifact from one of the most dynamic eras of the American frontier.
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