American Indian Chief Painting by Theresa Paden

American Indian Chief Painting

By Theresa Paden
Chief Beautiful Bald Eagle

"A Beautiful Spirit"

24 x 18"
Acrylic on 1.5" deep gallery-wrapped

Available for purchase on my website
www.TheresaPaden.com

Chief David Beautiful Bald Eagle

was born in a tipi in 1919 and spoke only 

Lakota until he went to school at age 12.

He grew up and fought in World War II,

acted in movies, became a race car driver, and 

rode bareback broncs and bulls in the pro rodeo.

At 92 years of age, he still rides his horses. 

He is highly respected and has always tried

to create harmony between the races.

He says "I get along with everybody, Indians and 

non-Indians alike. I treat them all alike.

They treat me the same." 

He truly is a beautiful spirit.

You can read more about him in this article
http://rapidcityjournal.com/news/west-river-story-chief-beautiful-bald-eagle-shares-storied-life/article_262b6e1a-f86e-11e0-999f-001cc4c002e0.html

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