Accession Number
1977.30.2
Title
Chief Eagle Plume
Object Type
drawing
Artist
de Grandmaison, Nicholas
Date Made
date unknown
Culture/Nationality
Canadian
Materials
pastel on paper
Measurements
frame: 89.3 x 67.3 cm
Description
Pita'sahpop (Eagle Plume) was a respected member of the Blood tribe, part of the Many Children band. Born around 1857, he married Komaki (Round Woman), Kitsiso'mahkstoy'aki (Riding in the Winter Woman?) and later…
Pita'sahpop (Eagle Plume) was a respected member of the Blood tribe, part of the Many Children band. Born around 1857, he married Komaki (Round Woman), Kitsiso'mahkstoy'aki (Riding in the Winter Woman?) and later Sikskiaki (Black Face Woman). Pita'sahpop was very involved in the ceremonial activities of his tribe. He was several times a member of the Horn Society and held a number of significant ceremonial objects.
Citation
Page Citation for 1977.30.2 - Chief Eagle Plume
Page Citation
"1977.30.2 - Chief Eagle Plume, University of Alberta Museums Art Collection." University of Alberta Museums Search Site, https://search.museums.ualberta.ca/11-1873. Accessed 16 Jun. 2025.