Palmer began modeling the Indian Girl in 1853. The marble was begun in 1855 and completed the following year, cut at least in part by Palmer's studio assistants Charles Calverley and Launt Thompson. Soon thereafter Palmer staged his exhibition of twelve "Palmer Marbles" in New York City, with the Indian Girl as the centerpiece of the show. There was general public approbation of this work.

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