Chief Show-e-tat, or Little boy, a.k.a. "George Washington"

ClassificationsPhotographs-cabinet cards

Photographer William S. Soule (American, 1836 - 1908)

Datec. 1858

Made AtOklahoma, United States, North America

MediumPhotographic print on cardboard

DimensionsOverall: 6 1/2 x 4 1/4 in. (16.5 x 10.8 cm)

Credit LineGift of Dr. Frederick L. McGuire, Ph.D.

Object number87.28.21

DescriptionBlack and white portrait photograph of Caddo chief Show-e-tat, or "Little Boy." He was also known as George Washington. It was taken at Fort Sill, Oklahoma and dates to 1858. In this picture, he is standing next to, with his arm resting on, a fur covered structure. He is wearing a hat, a jacket or blazer. His button-up shirt is not tucked in. There are belts around his waist and a light-colored sash around his chest. Pattern on sash looks like cherries. This photograph is mounted onto an orange board with the photographer's name, W.S. Soule, and location, Fort. Sills, printed on the back.

Old remarks:
Photograph album containing a collection of thirty-one original photographic prints of important named Indian leaders and dignitaries. The prints were the work of photographer and documentarist W.S. Soule and were taken at Fort Sill, Indian Territories, about 1858. Photos are 6-1/2"H x 4-1/4"W. The album is 9-1/4"H x 7"W x 1-1/4" thick. The album cover is of faded green leather and metal fastening is broken. Paul Apodaca is holding and will number each print.

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