Native American
Subject
Subject Source: Art & Architecture Thesaurus
Scope Note: Typically reserved to refer narrowly to the cultures of the native peoples of the United States and Canada, excluding the Eskimos and Aleuts. For the indigenous peoples of Canada use the term "First Nations." For the broader concept of the cultures of any native peoples of Central America, South America, North America, or the West Indies who are considered to belong to the Mongoloid division of the human species, use "Amerindian (culture)."
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
American Indian Designs for Pottery, February 1-20, 1944
Sub-Series
Abstract
An exhibition of pottery by Native American artists, including ancient works and designs by nineteenth and twentieth century artists. The exhibition was arranged by F.H. Douglas, Curator of Indian Art at the Denver Art Museum and circulated by The American Federation of Arts. The exhibition records span four folders.
Dates:
February 1-20, 1944
Iroquois Indian Games and Dances: Tempera Paintings by Tom Dorsey, July 26-August 22, 1943
Sub-Series
Abstract
An exhibition of 17 panel paintings in tempera depicting traditional games and dances of the Iroquois by Native American artist, Sgt. Tom Dorsey. Dorsey was commissioned in 1942 by the Albany Institute of History and Art to create these intimate depictions of modern Iroquois. The exhibition was circulated by the American Federation of the Arts. The exhibition records span three folders.
Dates:
July 26-August 22, 1943