Eskimo Collection

ALEUT HUNTER, 1816. An Aleut hunter wearing a wooden peaked hat, in the Bering Sea. Watercolor, 1816, by Louis Choris

Canada, Newfoundland, St. John s. Inukshuk (to act the same way as a human). Traditional stone figure used by the Inuit to mark food, hunting grounds, or direction for travelers

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Innuit family with dog team and sled, . Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

CARTOON: ALASKA PURCHASE, 1867. An American cartoon on the Alaska purchase showing Secretary of State William H. Seward and President Andrew Johnson welcoming the representatives of the new territory

Inuit Seal Hunting (4 / 5)
Patence Rewarded. An Inuit seal hunter pulls a caught seal out through the hole into which he was fishing with a combination of the baited rope and a thin spike or barbed spear

ALASKA: ESKIMO CHILD. Eskimo child dressed in traditional fur clothing, Nome, Alaska. Photographed by the Lomen Brothers, early 20th century

An Eskimo muskrat hunter paddling through the marsh, Kotzebue, Alaska, c. 1929 (b/w photo)
7315335 An Eskimo muskrat hunter paddling through the marsh, Kotzebue, Alaska, c.1929 (b/w photo) by Curtis, Edward Sheriff (1868-1952) ; Private Collection; (add.info)

ALASKA: ESKIMO CHILD. Eskimo child standing on a fur rug, Alaska. Photograph, early 20th century

An Eskimo kayaker wearing a waterproof jacket and holding a toy boat he made for his son
ALASKA: ESKIMO. An Eskimo kayaker wearing a waterproof jacket and holding a toy boat he made for his son. Photgraphed by the Lomen Brothers, early 20th century

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An Inuit seal hunter. He has cut a hole in the pack ice and dropped a baited line through the hole. He has placed a small square of fur on the ground to form a warm seat whilst he waits for a passing

ALASKA: ESKIMO, c1929. Eskimo child from Noatak, Alaska. Photograpahed by Edward S. Curtis, c1929

ALASKA: ESKIMOS, c1905. A mother carrying her sleeping child on her back, Nome, Alaska. Photographed by the Lomen Brothers, c1905

Korvack pipe with carved Polar Bears (ivory)
XBP229257 Korvack pipe with carved Polar Bears (ivory) by Siberian School; length: 10.8 cm; Private Collection; Photo eBoltin Picture Library; out of copyright

Camel / Travel / Bridge 1924
A woman reads her guide book on the back of a camel. She crosses a Chinese bridge, watched by an eskimo, a gondolier and a Tahitian singer

Eskimo Hunts a Narwhal
An Eskimo fisherman pursuing a narwhal

Charlie Wood-Kobuk, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Charlie Wood-Kobuk, c1929. Charlie, Wood, half-length portrait, facing front

Uyowutcha-Nunivak, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Uyowutcha-Nunivak, c1929. Half-length portrait of Uyowutcha, an Eskimo child, dressed in fur clothing, Nunivak Island(?), Alaska

Cutting up a beluga-Kotzebue, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Cutting up a beluga-Kotzebue, c1929. Three women cutting up a beluga whale

Ceremonial mask-Nunivak, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Ceremonial mask-Nunivak, c1929

Cape Prince of Wales man, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Cape Prince of Wales man, c1929. Eskimo man, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing front

Nunivak children, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Nunivak children, c1929. Photograph shows six Nunivak children dressed in fur, sitting on hill

Drying walrus hide, Diomede, Alaska, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Drying walrus hide, Diomede, Alaska, c1929

Four Eskimo children, at edge of cliff, in holiday costume, Nunivak, Alaska, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Four Eskimo children, at edge of cliff, in holiday costume, Nunivak, Alaska, c1929

At Nash Harbor, Nunivak, Alaska, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
At Nash Harbor, Nunivak, Alaska, c1929

Launching the boat-Little Diomede Island, c1928. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Launching the boat-Little Diomede Island, c1928. Group of men launching boat from rocky shoreline

Drying whale meat-Hooper Bay, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Drying whale meat-Hooper Bay, c1929. Eskimo with whale meat on poles, Hooper Bay, Alaska

Hooper Bay homes, Hooper Bay, Alaska, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Hooper Bay homes, Hooper Bay, Alaska, c1929

Food caches, Hooper Bay, Alaska, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Food caches, Hooper Bay, Alaska, c1929

Umiak frame, Kotzebue, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Umiak frame, Kotzebue, c1929

Nihkoyak, men's house at winter camp-Nunivak, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Nihkoyak, men's house at winter camp-Nunivak, c1929

Food containers, Pokes-Kotzebue, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Food containers, Pokes-Kotzebue, c1929. Seal skin food containers on ground

Kaiak with seal hunting equipment, Nunivak, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Kaiak with seal hunting equipment, Nunivak, c1929

U?iyaku-Nunivak, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
U?iyaku-Nunivak, c1929. Head-and-shoulders portrait of Eskimo woman of the Arctic region, wearing a nose ring and labret. Her hooded parka is made of intestinal parchment

Selawik Woman, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Selawik Woman, c1929. Head-and-shoulders portrait of Selawik woman

Launching the whale boat-Cape Prince of Wales, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Launching the whale boat-Cape Prince of Wales, c1929. Eskimos launching whale boat

The Muskrat-hunter-Kotzebue, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
The Muskrat-hunter-Kotzebue, c1929. Kotzebue man paddles kayak through marsh

On the Selawik River, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
On the Selawik River, c1929. Log and sod hut with door, sitting on the banks of the Selawik River; outside a dog is chained to a post

Duck-skin parkas, Nunivak, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Duck-skin parkas, Nunivak, c1929. Eskimo adult and child wearing duck-skin parkas

Hooper Bay youth, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Hooper Bay youth, c1929. Hooper Bay Eskimo youth, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing slightly right

A family group-Noatak, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
A family group-Noatak, c1929. Three Eskimos posed

Jajuk-Selawik, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Jajuk-Selawik, c1929. Eskimo man, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing slightly left, wearing fur lined parka

Noatak child, three-quarter length portrait, seated, facing front, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Noatak child, three-quarter length portrait, seated, facing front, c1929

King Island, Alaska, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
King Island, Alaska, c1929. Sea-cliff dwellings on poles

Sled, Nunivak, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Sled, Nunivak, c1929

Woman and child, Nunivak, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Woman and child, Nunivak, c1929. Child is Joe Moses

The seal-hunter, Noatak, in kayak, facing left, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
The seal-hunter, Noatak, in kayak, facing left, c1929

Eskimos in kayaks, Noatak, Alaska, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Eskimos in kayaks, Noatak, Alaska, c1929

Matak, hunchback meat, Inuit speciality, Tasiilaq, Ammassalik, Greenland

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"Exploring the Rich Cultural Heritage of the Eskimo People" Step into a world of fascinating traditions and unique lifestyles as we delve into the captivating history of the Eskimo people. From Aleut hunters in wooden peaked hats to Inukshuks standing tall, these glimpses offer a window into their lives. In 1816, Louis Choris immortalized an Aleut hunter in his watercolor masterpiece. Dressed in traditional attire and wearing a distinctive wooden peaked hat, this skilled hunter braved the Bering Sea's icy waters with unwavering determination. Traveling eastward to Newfoundland, Canada, we encounter an enchanting Inukshuk. These stone structures were crafted by indigenous peoples to serve as guides or markers, symbolizing human presence amidst vast landscapes. Moving forward through time to c1929 Alaska, witness an Eskimo muskrat hunter skillfully paddling through marshlands. This black-and-white photograph captures both the serenity and resourcefulness that defined their way of life. Reflecting on historical events, an American cartoon from 1867 humorously depicts the Alaska purchase. It highlights how this acquisition impacted not only political boundaries but also brought together diverse cultures like never before. Seal hunting played a significant role in sustaining Eskimo communities' livelihoods for generations. Stunning images showcase their mastery over nature's elements while honoring age-old traditions passed down through centuries. Peeking into family life within Nome and Noatak communities reveals heartwarming scenes: children dressed in fur clothing embody ancestral customs while mothers carry sleeping infants on their backs—a testament to love and resilience. Artistic expressions take center stage with intricately carved Korvack pipes adorned with polar bears—an exquisite blend of craftsmanship and reverence for Arctic wildlife's beauty. Lastly, picture an Eskimo kayaker donning a waterproof jacket while proudly holding up a toy boat he lovingly made for his son—a poignant reminder that cultural heritage is not only preserved but also passed down to future generations.