United States

1932

This bronze medal portrays Chief Spotted Tail, a prominent Lakota Sioux leader of the 19th century, shown in a dignified profile portrait. The high-relief sculptural treatment emphasizes facial structure, braided hair, and calm authority, reflecting the classical medallic tradition of honoring influential historical figures. Rather than a narrative scene, the design focuses on individual presence and legacy, positioning the subject as a representative of Native American leadership, resilience, and cultural identity within U.S. history.