Tom Connin Painted Robe Fragment

I would call this a fragment of a wearing Robe, a piece that survives from the turn of the century, (very early 19 century). It's done on brain tanned Buffalo hide and is painted with earth pigments mixed with hide glue and mounted in a frame. The original Robe this is borrowed from is now in the Musee du quai Branly, Paris.

Here's a detail from the Robe fragment. He could be the leader of the group since he is the Pipe Carrier. He's dressed in a Coat that could also signify position and he is wearing a magnificent Feathered Bonnet. Note too the Scalp hanging from his Horse's reigns, a successful Warrior. T.C.
Photos by Tom Connin.