Karl Bodmer (American/Swiss, 1809-1893), Scalp Dance of the Minatarres

Hand-colored aquatint engraving heightened with gum arabic, 19th century, from Travels in the Interior of North America, London: Ackermann & Co., sheet bears Bodmer's blindstamp at lower center, unframed.

Platemark 16 1/8 x 21 in. (approx.); Sheet Size 16 5/8 x 21 1/8 in.

Toning; few stains; tear and some edge nicks; sheet laid down to cardboard.