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Sitting Bull and Buffalo Bill in 1886
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Sitting Bull and Buffalo Bill in 1886
LSE4083332 Sitting Bull and Buffalo Bill in 1886. by Notman, William (1826-91); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sitting Bull and Buffalo Bill in 1886.); Photo eLeonard de Selva; Canadian, out of copyright
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© Leonard de Selva / Bridgeman Images
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This photograph captures a historic encounter between two legendary figures of the American West - Sitting Bull and Buffalo Bill. Taken in 1886 by renowned photographer William Notman, this rare print showcases the meeting of these iconic individuals. Sitting Bull, a prominent Native American leader and spiritual figurehead of the Lakota Sioux tribe, is seen sitting regally with his traditional headdress adorned with feathers. His piercing gaze reflects both wisdom and resilience, embodying the strength of his people during a time of great adversity. Standing beside him is none other than Buffalo Bill Cody, an emblematic cowboy and showman who became famous for his Wild West shows. Dressed in classic Western attire, complete with a wide-brimmed hat and fringed jacket, Buffalo Bill exudes confidence as he stands tall next to Sitting Bull. The significance of this momentous meeting lies in its representation of two contrasting worlds colliding - that of Native Americans struggling to preserve their way of life against encroaching settlers seeking to conquer new frontiers. It serves as a poignant reminder of the complex history that unfolded on the vast landscapes of North America during this era. Preserved within private collections until now, this remarkable photograph offers us a glimpse into an important chapter in American history. Its timeless appeal continues to captivate viewers today as it immortalizes these larger-than-life figures forever etched in our collective memory.
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