The artwork titled “Maydoc-game-kinungee, ‘I Hear the Noise of a Deer,’ Ojibway Chief, Michipicoten Island,” was created by Paul Kane in 1848. This portrait belongs to the Romanticism art movement, highlighting the era’s emphasis on individualism and the natural world.
In the artwork, a Native American chief from the Ojibway tribe is depicted. The chief is presented in a dignified manner, adorned in a red coat with gold accents, a white neckerchief, and a large medallion around his neck. His countenance reflects a sense of wisdom and solemnity, indicative of his esteemed position within his community. The background is plain and unadorned, keeping the focus on the chief. The detailed brushwork and the careful rendering of the fabrics and facial features exhibit Paul Kane’s meticulous style and dedication to capturing the spirit and authenticity of his subjects.
