The Natural Bridge at Mackinac
Artist
Paul Kane
(Canadian, 1810 - 1871)
Date1845
Mediumoil on paper
Dimensions12 3/8 x 9 7/8 inches (31.4 x 25.1 cm)
Credit LineBequest of H.J. Lutcher Stark, 1965
Object number31.78.183
ClassificationsPaintings
Label Text"The Indian name of the island is Mitchi-mac-inum, or 'the Big Turtle,' to which animal it bears a strong resemblance in form when seen from a certain point. It is situated in the straits between Lakes Huron and Michigan; it contains some picturesque spots, one in particular, a natural bridge, which all strangers visit." Kane, Wanderings, Chapter II
ProvenanceArtist; by descent to his grandson, Paul Kane III [1889-1958], Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada; purchased September 17, 1957 through (Edward Eberstadt & Sons, New York, New York) by H.J. Lutcher Stark [1887-1965]; bequeathed September 2, 1965 to the Nelda C. and H.J. Lutcher Stark Foundation; accessioned to the Stark Museum of Art
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