Forgotten Thoughts, 16 x 20, oil on linen
The hand
on his face represents a battle honor. It is a Coup mark which indicates
that he has gotten close enough to touch an enemy in battle. This is
considered braver than killing from a distance.
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Chief
Charlot, also know as Charlot, Claw of the Little Grizzly, was head
chief of the Bitterroot Salish from 1870 to 1910. Here he wears a top
hat and frock coat. His face is painted white.
This painting is inspired by a photo taken by Edward H Boos in 1907.