Moccasin Collection

Hinmatoowyalahtq it (Chief Joseph), 1879. Creator: Charles Milton Bell
Hinmatoowyalahtq it (Chief Joseph), 1879

BODMER: SIOUX CHIEF. Wahk-Tä-Ge-Li, or Big Soldier, a Yankton Sioux Native American chief. Aquatint engraving, c1844, after a painting, 1833, by Karl Bodmer

GUY JOHNSON (c1740-1788). American (Irish-born) military officer and diplomat. With the Mohawk chief Karonghyontye (a.k.a. Captain David Hill). Oil on canvas, 1776, by Benjamin West

PHILIP METACOMET (d. 1676). Philip (Metacomet), Wampanoag Native American chief. Copper engraving, 1772, by Paul Revere
PHILIP METACOMET (d.1676). Philip (Metacomet), Wampanoag Native American chief. Copper engraving, 1772, by Paul Revere

Pair of Decorated Moccasins, Native American, early 19th century (leather and beadwork) (see also 133059)
PFR133058 Pair of Decorated Moccasins, Native American, early 19th century (leather and beadwork) (see also 133059); Private Collection; © Paul Freeman; out of copyright.

Sporting Scenes in Canada - Wild Turkey Shooting, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Sporting Scenes in Canada - Wild Turkey Shooting, 1858. The wild turkey (Meleagris gallopavo, Linn.) is fast disappearing from the woods of Canada...Their extinction will be hastened by the reckless

Chief Yukeoma, center, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Chief Yukeoma, center, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Chief Yukeoma, center, 1911. [USA]

American Indians - Chief Yukeoma, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. American Indians - Chief Yukeoma, 1911
American Indians - Chief Yukeoma, 1911. [USA]

American Indians - Chief Yukeoma [centre], 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. American Indians - Chief Yukeoma [centre]
American Indians - Chief Yukeoma [centre], 1911. [USA]

Birch Bark Shoe, 1938. Creator: Eugene C. Miller
Birch Bark Shoe, 1938

Moccasin, 1935. Creator: Charles Charon
Moccasin, 1935

Moccasin, 1935/1942. Creator: Mary Berner
Moccasin, 1935/1942

Moccasin, 1935. Creator: Mary Berner
Moccasin, 1935

Beaded Moccasin, 1935/1942. Creator: Melita Hofmann
Beaded Moccasin, 1935/1942

Moccasin Beadwork, 1935/1942. Creator: Melita Hofmann
Moccasin Beadwork, 1935/1942

Moccasin and Writing Book, 1935. Creator: George B. Wally
Moccasin and Writing Book, 1935

Dance Moccasins, 1935. Creator: Michael Trekur
Dance Moccasins, 1935

Inari Lapps, 1862. Creator: Karl Fiale
Inari Lapps, 1862. Sheet 37 from the album "Description ethnographique des peuples de la Russie", volume 1. Description ethnographique des peuples de la Russie

Rosa Lame Dog, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Rosa Lame Dog, c1905. Dakota woman standing at doorway of tipi

The old-time warrior-Nez Percé, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
The old-time warrior-Nez Perce, c1910. Nez Perce man, wearing loin cloth and moccasins, on horseback

Umatilla child, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Umatilla child, c1910. Umatilla girl, full-length portrait, facing front, seated on ground by pine tree, wearing beaded blanket dress, beaded moccasins, holding beaded bag in lap

Moccasins and gaiters, Plains Indians, c. 1820 (leather & beads)
XBP343130 Moccasins and gaiters, Plains Indians, c.1820 (leather & beads) by American; Private Collection; Photo eBoltin Picture Library; American, out of copyright

The scout-Nez Percé, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
The scout-Nez Perce, c1910. Nez Perce man, seated on horse in a rocky area holding coup stick

Hashquahts; In pawn in an Indian village, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Hashquahts; In pawn in an Indian village, 1875. [Indigenous people of North America]. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Sac & Fox, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Sac & Fox, between 1855 and 1865

Crow Indian Chief, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Crow Indian Chief, between 1855 and 1865

Sioux and Arrapahoe Indian Delegations, between 1865 and 1880. Creator: Unknown
Sioux and Arrapahoe Indian Delegations, between 1865 and 1880. L to R, seated: Red Cloud, Big Road, Yellow Bear, Young Man Afraid of his Horses, Iron Crow

Group of Sioux Indians "Spotted Tail"(photo c. 1875). Creator: Unknown
Group of Sioux Indians " Spotted Tail" (photo c. 1875). Standing: Joe Merrivale; Young Spotted Tail; Antoine Janis; Seated

Pair of Moccasins, Plains, c. 1885. Creator: Unknown
Pair of Moccasins, Plains, c. 1885

Pair of Childs Moccasins, Plains, c. 1885. Creator: Unknown
Pair of Childs Moccasins, Sioux Plains, c. 1885

Pair of Moccasins, Santee Sioux Plains, 1875 / 1900. Creator: Unknown
Pair of Moccasins, Santee Sioux Plains, 1875/1900

Pair of childs moccasins, Plains, possibly Sioux, c. 1885. Creator: Unknown
Pair of childs moccasins, Plains, possibly Sioux, c. 1885

Northern Cheyenne Indians, Dodge City, Kansas, 1878 (b / w photo)
DPL443624 Northern Cheyenne Indians, Dodge City, Kansas, 1878 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Denver Public Library

Indian Utensils and Arms, plate 48 from Volume 2 of
STC103865 Indian Utensils and Arms, plate 48 from Volume 2 of Travels in the Interior of North America, engraved by Du Casse, 1844 (aquatint) by Bodmer

Quill work moccasins, Sioux Culture (leather & beads)
PNP245353 Quill work moccasins, Sioux Culture (leather & beads) by American School; Private Collection; Peter Newark Western Americana; American, out of copyright

David Frances Barry photo - Two young chiefs
Two young chiefs wearing American traditional dress, including beaded moccasin, beaded leather belts, hairpipe buffalo-bone breastplate and choker. The chief on the left is holding an axe

The Campfire (oil on canvas)
CH328541 The Campfire (oil on canvas) by Couse, Eanger Irving (1866-1936); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright

Pete Mitchell (DustMaker) -Ponca-, 1898 (platinum palladium print)
3949836 Pete Mitchell (DustMaker) -Ponca-, 1898 (platinum palladium print) by Rinehart, Frank Albert (1861-1928); 23x17.9 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Objects belonging to Canadian Indians (colour engraving)
STC109084 Objects belonging to Canadian Indians (colour engraving) by Gallina, Gallo (1796-1874); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Italian, out of copyright

Copperhead (chromolitho)
2782627 Copperhead (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Copperhead. Liebig card, published in late 19th or early 20th century)

The Indian: The Dying Chief Contemplating the Progress of Civilization
NYH154221 The Indian: The Dying Chief Contemplating the Progress of Civilization, 1856 (marble and wood) by Crawford, Thomas (c.1813-d.1857)

Moccasins (leather, dyed porcupine quills, beads & silk)
PEM216369 Moccasins (leather, dyed porcupine quills, beads & silk) by American School, (19th century); length: 26 cm; Peabody Essex Museum, Salem, Massachusetts, USA; ePeabody Essex Museum; American

Moccasins (leather, porcupine quills and beads)
PEM216345 Moccasins (leather, porcupine quills and beads) by American School, (19th century); length: 25.5 cm; Peabody Essex Museum, Salem, Massachusetts, USA; ePeabody Essex Museum; American

Pehriska-Ruhpa, Minatarre Warrior in the Costume of the Dog Dance
STC101397 Pehriska-Ruhpa, Minatarre Warrior in the Costume of the Dog Dance, plate 23 from Volume 2 of Travels in the Interior of North America, engraved by Rene Rollet, 1844 (aquatint) by Bodmer

Spotted Tail, ca. 1887. Creator: Antonio Zeno Shindler
Spotted Tail, ca. 1887

Elk-Foot of the Taos Tribe, 1909. Creator: Eanger Irving Couse
Elk-Foot of the Taos Tribe, 1909

Wa-quoth-e-qua, The Buck's Wife, Wife of the Whale, 1835. Creator: George Catlin
Wa-quoth-e-qua, The Buck's Wife, Wife of the Whale, 1835

Two Young Men, 1835 or 1836. Creator: George Catlin
Two Young Men, 1835 or 1836

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"Moccasin: A Timeless Symbol of Native American Heritage" Moccasins, intricately crafted footwear that has stood the test of time, hold a significant place in Native American culture. With origins dating back centuries, these traditional shoes have not only provided comfort and protection to countless feet but also served as a symbol of cultural identity. The rich history of they can be traced through various historical figures and artifacts. Chief Joseph, known by his Hinmatoowyalahtq name, wore moccasins during his famous surrender speech in 1879. Captured beautifully by Charles Milton Bell's creation, this image immortalizes the resilience and pride embodied by indigenous peoples. Karl Bodmer's aquatint engraving depicts Wahk-T├ñ-Ge-Li or Big Soldier, a Yankton Sioux chief wearing moccasins. This artwork from c1844 showcases the craftsmanship involved in creating these unique pieces of footwear. Notable individuals like Guy Johnson and Philip Metacomet further highlight the significance of moccasins within Native American communities. Johnson, an Irish-born military officer and diplomat, likely encountered moccasin-clad tribes during his interactions with indigenous nations. Meanwhile, Paul Revere's copper engraving portrays Philip Metacomet—a Wampanoag chief—donning this traditional footwear. Moccasins were not just practical items; they were also works of art adorned with intricate beadwork and designs. Plains Indians showcased their creativity through leatherwork and bead embellishments on their moccasins and gaiters around 1820. The Hashquahts' use of moccasins is evident in an intriguing photograph from 1875 where they are seen displayed alongside other tribal belongings within an Indian village—an intimate glimpse into their daily lives. Various tribes embraced this form of footwear across different regions such as Sac & Fox or Crow Indians, as depicted in unknown creator's images from the mid-19th century.