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Hermon Atkins MacNeil (1866 – 1947)
A Primitive Chant (1901)
bronze
25 inches high
inscribed in base: Primitive Chat HA MacNeil Copyright 1901 Roman Bronze Works N-Y-

The model for A Primitive Chant was a Sioux Indian named Black Pipe who performed in the Buffalo Bill Wild West Show. He later worked for MacNeil in his studio as a model and assistant.

PROVENANCE
The Artist
Walter Merriam Pratt (the artist’s cousin), Brattleboro, VT
Present owner, by descent

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Hermon Atkins MacNeil

1866 – 1947

A Primitive Chant (1901)
bronze
25 inches high
inscribed in base: Primitive Chat HA MacNeil Copyright 1901 Roman Bronze Works N-Y-
Sold at Auction: $23,800
Condition ReportBronze is in excellent condition.

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