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Tom Jones

Ho-Chunk Nation, born 1964

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Tom Jones, Dear America, 2002, 16 inkjet prints, black ink and glass beads, Alfred H. Moses and Fern M. Schad Fund, 2025.4.1.1-16

Dear America

Tom Jones · 2002 · 16 inkjet prints, black ink and glass beads ·  Accession ID  2025.4.1.1-16

The image shows a historical photograph of two individuals standing near a river, with one leaning on a rock wall made of stacked stones. Beyond them is a multi-storied adobe structure, indicative of traditional Pueblo architecture, with flat roofs and wooden ladders extending to different levels. The horizon is above these buildings, and there is a clear sky overhead. The photo is in sepia tones. A handwritten text accompanies the photograph, describing the significance of Taos Pueblo and its cultural resilience over time. The writing is below the image, with a heading in bold script followed by a neatly penned paragraph in cursive.
Tom Jones, Long May Our Land Be Bright, 2002, inkjet print and black ink, Alfred H. Moses and Fern M. Schad Fund, 2025.4.1.12

Long May Our Land Be Bright

Tom Jones · 2002 · inkjet print and black ink ·  Accession ID  2025.4.1.12

This is a photograph of traditional attire with decorative elements. The central image shows several individuals dressed in elaborate traditional clothing and headdresses typically associated with Native American culture. They are outside in a natural setting, possibly participating in a ceremonial event. Overlaid on the photograph are large beaded designs forming the letters "B", "I", "N", "G", and "O", each placed within a circular frame. Above the image to the right, the phrase "To Thee we sing" is written in a stylized script. The contrast between the monochrome photograph and the vivid beadwork creates a striking visual juxtaposition that merges photographic documentation with ornamental artistry.
Tom Jones, To Thee We Sing, 2002, inkjet print and glass beads, Alfred H. Moses and Fern M. Schad Fund, 2025.4.1.11

To Thee We Sing

Tom Jones · 2002 · inkjet print and glass beads ·  Accession ID  2025.4.1.11

The image shows three people standing upright. The central figure is flanked by two young boys. The central person has distinct facial features, a solemn expression, and is wearing a headband, necklace, dark jacket, patterned leggings, and moccasins. He holds a hatchet in one hand and a staff in the other. The boy to the left wears a cap, light shirt, dark suspenders, and pants. The boy to the right wears a straw hat, light shirt, and dark jacket. The background includes a tent, trees, and textual writing at the top.
Tom Jones, Land Where My Fathers Died, 2002, inkjet print and black ink, Alfred H. Moses and Fern M. Schad Fund, 2025.4.1.5

Land Where My Fathers Died

Tom Jones · 2002 · inkjet print and black ink ·  Accession ID  2025.4.1.5

The image shows three individuals in varied poses. On the left, a young woman stands near a tree with an American flag in the background. In the center, an elderly woman sits holding a cane. On the right, a young woman stands wrapped in a shawl. The background shows a lakeside setting with water, boats, and trees. Text at the top reads, "My Country 'tis of thee," and text at the bottom says, "THESE COLORS WILL NOT RUN."
Tom Jones, My Country, 'Tis of Thee, 2002, inkjet print, black ink and colored acrylic paint, Alfred H. Moses and Fern M. Schad Fund, 2025.4.1.2

My Country, 'Tis of Thee

Tom Jones · 2002 · inkjet print, black ink and colored acrylic paint ·  Accession ID  2025.4.1.2

The image shows a triptych of sepia-toned photographs depicting distinct natural landscapes. On the left, a geyser erupts in a wooded area. In the center, a cliff with stacked stones and poles is depicted against a rocky backdrop. On the right, a waterfall cascades down a rocky cliff face with a bridge. The photographs are in sepia tones, with inscriptions above and below them.
Tom Jones, Great God, Our King!, 2002, inkjet print and black ink, Alfred H. Moses and Fern M. Schad Fund, 2025.4.1.15

Great God, Our King!

Tom Jones · 2002 · inkjet print and black ink ·  Accession ID  2025.4.1.15

This is a photograph of a group of people standing in front of a shelter made from branches and a person holding an animal. The photo is composed of an old sepia-toned group photo and a modern black-and-white image on the right. The group is dressed in attire suggestive of traditional or ceremonial clothing, and they are gathered beneath a structure made of logs and natural materials. To the right side, a person is holding an animal. In the background, handwritten text provides historical context, referencing an event involving a mass execution and the United States government. Below the text, the phrase "SWEET LAND OF LIBERTY" is prominently displayed. Overall, the image is a collage that combines historical imagery with textual elements.
Tom Jones, Sweet Land of Liberty, 2002, inkjet print and black ink, Alfred H. Moses and Fern M. Schad Fund, 2025.4.1.3

Sweet Land of Liberty

Tom Jones · 2002 · inkjet print and black ink ·  Accession ID  2025.4.1.3

The image features two individuals wearing traditional attire with feathered headdresses. One person is seated, holding a drumstick in front of a large drum, while the other is standing, holding a drumstick. Both individuals wear jewelry and leggings with designs. The background shows a body of water, trees, grass, and scattered wood. The handwritten text "Indians at Lac du Flambeau Wis." is visible at the bottom of the photo.
Tom Jones, Of Thee I Sing, 2002, inkjet print and glass beads, Alfred H. Moses and Fern M. Schad Fund, 2025.4.1.4

Of Thee I Sing

Tom Jones · 2002 · inkjet print and glass beads ·  Accession ID  2025.4.1.4

The image shows a sepia-toned photograph of a person from the waist up, though their legs are partially visible. They are positioned in a crouching stance with a slight forward lean, facing to the right side of the image, with both fists clenched in front of them. The person's facial features are sharp, with a strong jawline and a determined expression. Their hair is short and neatly styled. They are dressed in dark, high-waisted shorts, with no other clothing visible. In the background, large ocean waves are crashing against the shoreline. Overlaying the image, there is handwritten text that says "Sincerely, White Eagle" in bold, black script.
Tom Jones, Sincerely, White Eagle, 2002, inkjet print and black ink, Alfred H. Moses and Fern M. Schad Fund, 2025.4.1.16

Sincerely, White Eagle

Tom Jones · 2002 · inkjet print and black ink ·  Accession ID  2025.4.1.16

The image depicts two women sitting on the ground facing each other. One woman is holding a lit cigarette to the other's mouth. Both women have scarves over their heads, with dark hair slightly visible. The woman on the left wears a light-colored top with long sleeves and a patterned blanket. The woman on the right wears a striped shawl over a checkered shirt and a bracelet on her wrist. The background is blurred, featuring an outdoor setting with grass in the foreground. The image is in sepia tones. Text at the bottom reads: "WITH FREEDOM'S HOLY LIGHT," with additional text including "G-74 Lighting Up" and "Glacier Studio."
Tom Jones, With Freedom's Holy Light, 2002, inkjet print, Alfred H. Moses and Fern M. Schad Fund, 2025.4.1.13

With Freedom's Holy Light

Tom Jones · 2002 · inkjet print ·  Accession ID  2025.4.1.13