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Jesakkid removing disease (engraving)
980438 Jesakkid removing disease (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jesakkid removing disease. Engraving by Harold L MacDonald, 1890. Illustration from an article on The Midewiwin or Grand Medicine Society of The Ojibwa by W J Hoffman. From the Seventh Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1885-86 by J W Powell, Director (Washington, Government Printing Office, 1891).); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection
Media ID 23031932
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This print titled "Jesakkid removing disease" depicts an engraving by the American School in the 19th century. The artwork, part of a private collection, showcases Jesakkid, a healer from the Grand Medicine Society of The Ojibwa tribe. Created by Harold L MacDonald in 1890 and featured in an article on The Midewiwin or Grand Medicine Society of The Ojibwa by W J Hoffman, this illustration offers a glimpse into the spiritual and traditional healing practices of Native Americans. In this scene, Jesakkid is shown treating patients afflicted with various illnesses. With deep-rooted knowledge passed down through generations, he employs his expertise to cure ailments within his community. This engraving serves as both an ethnographic record and a testament to the rich cultural heritage of indigenous peoples in North America during the 19th century. The image captures not only the importance placed on health and well-being but also highlights the significant role healers played within their tribes. Through their connection to nature and spirituality, these medicine men held immense power as they sought to alleviate suffering and restore balance. As we delve into history through such illustrations, we gain insight into ancient medical practices that were deeply intertwined with culture and tradition. This artwork invites us to appreciate the wisdom embedded within indigenous communities while acknowledging their contributions to medicine throughout history.
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