This impactful piece offers a glimpse into the world of 18th century America, featuring the war captain of an Eastern Woodland tribe announcing his eminent arrival. Painted for war, with obvious signs of having done battle, the question becomes- what has he experienced? Who is hearing the call of his approach? Is the emotion we perceive aggression or exuberance? The serenity of the background- peaceful, blue skies, with a hawk soaring far above, couple with the intensity of the subject to create an utterly compelling work of art.