Charles Bird King

Charles Bird King
Self-portrait, aged 70
Born	September 26, 1785 Newport, Aquidneck Island, Newport County, Rhode Island
Died	March 18, 1862 (aged 76) Washington D.C.
Nationality	American
Education	Edward Savage in New York, and Benjamin West at the Royal Academy in London
Known for	Painting, including portraiture, still life, and genre
Notable work	Native American portraiture commissioned by the United States Government from 1822 to 1842
Patron(s)	John Quincy Adams, John Calhoun, Henry Clay, James Monroe, Daniel Webster and William Henry Tayloe

Charles Bird King (September 26, 1785 – March 18, 1862) was an American portrait artist, best known for his portrayals of significant Native American leaders and tribesmen. His style incorporated Dutch influences, which can be seen most prominently in his still-life and portrait paintings. Although King's artwork was appreciated by many, it has also been criticized for its inaccurate depictions of Native American culture.