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Tattooed Haidas (engraving)
980715 Tattooed Haidas (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tattooed Haidas. Illustration for an article on Picture-writing of the American Indians by Garrick Mallery. From the Tenth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1888-89 by J W Powell, Director (Washington, Government Printing Office, 1893).); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection
Media ID 23032082
© Look and Learn / Elgar Collection / Bridgeman Images
American Indian American Indians American Native Indians Anthropology Engravings Ethnographic Ethnology Haida Indigenous Native Americans North American Northwest Peoples Tattoo Tattooed Tattooing Tattoos Tribe Tribes Americhe Canadians Symbolic Symbols
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This print titled "Tattooed Haidas (engraving)" offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Haida people, indigenous to North America. Created by an American School artist in the 19th century, this engraving beautifully captures the intricate tattoos adorning both a male and female member of the Haida tribe. The image serves as an illustration for an article on Picture-writing of the American Indians by Garrick Mallery, featured in The Tenth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology. It showcases how tattooing was not only a form of personal expression but also held deep symbolic meaning within Native American societies. The detailed engravings depict various tribal symbols and motifs that were significant to Haida culture. Each tattoo tells a story, representing aspects such as social status, spiritual beliefs, or personal achievements. Through these markings, individuals proudly displayed their connection to their ancestral roots and celebrated their identity as members of this vibrant community. As we gaze upon this historical artwork, we are transported back in time to witness the beauty and complexity of indigenous traditions. This print is not just a visual delight; it serves as a reminder of our shared human history and honors the resilience and creativity found within Native American cultures.
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