Native American Sachem
Dublin Core
Title
Native American Sachem
Subject
Heroism
Description
headpiece, necklace, and earrings are made of beads from quahog shells, known today as wampum. "Ninigret is dressed in a breechcloth, leggings, shoes, and cape made of animal hides. High moccasins—from the Narragansett word mohkussunash—protect his legs from the underbrush. He carries a scepter and wears a sheath with a knife." - Lorén Spears
Creator
Unknown
Source
Rhode Island School of Design Museum
Date
1700's
Rights
The use of this image may be subject to the copyright law of the United States (Title 17, United States Code) or to site license or other rights management terms and conditions. The person using the image is liable for any infringement.
Language
English
Website Item Type Metadata
Local URL
https://risdmuseum.org/sachem
Files
Collection
Citation
Unknown, “Native American Sachem,” Nabb Research Center Online Exhibits, accessed November 5, 2024, https://libapps.salisbury.edu/nabb-online/items/show/630.