Fort Union, and distribution of goods to the Assiniboines
Creator
Stanley, John Mix, 1814-1872
Date
1850-1860
Summary
North American Indians (Assiniboine) are gathered near tepees and lodges outside of Fort Union, a fur trade post, near the Montana boarder in North Dakota. The Fort is a log stockade with guard towers. Trade goods in crates and barrels are on the ground near the tepees. American Indian and white men relax near crates and a camp stool.
Description
1 print : lithograph, col. ; 22 x 29 cm. (8 1/2 x 11 1/2 in.)
Is Part Of
Denver Public Library Western Art Collection
Subject
Assiniboine Indians--North Dakota--Fort Union--1850-1860; Fort Union (N.D.)--1850-1860; Forts & fortifications--North Dakota--Fort Union--1850-1860; Fur trade--North Dakota--Fort Union--1850-1860; Indian encampments--North Dakota--Fort Union--1850-1860; Trading posts--North Dakota--Fort Union--1850-1860.
Format-Medium
Art;
Rights Contact Information
Copyright restrictions applying to use or reproduction of this image available from the Western History and Genealogy Dept., Denver Public Library, at photosales@denverlibrary.org.
Reproduction Available for Purchase
Yes (digital reproduction)
Related Material
Image File: ZZR711008897
Notes
Accession number: C34-560; Attribution and: "Sarony, Major, & Knapp, Lith's. 449 Broadway, N.Y." printed beneath lithograph.; Formerly F3967; Plate taken from: Reports of explorations and surveys, to ascertain the most practicable and economical route for a railroad from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Ocean. Made under the direction of the secretary of war, in 1853-[6] ... / United States. War Dept.; Printed above image: "U.S.P.R.R. exp. & surveys - 47th & 49th parallels, general report - plate XVI."; Title printed on front of lithograph.; R7110088970; Art barcode: R0228205985.
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