First Nation Collection (page 9)

The old bell tower, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
The old bell tower, c1905. Bell in opening in wall, pueblo buildings in background

The bather-Mandan, c1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
The bather-Mandan, c1908. Man standing at river's edge

Yeibichai sweat-Navaho, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Yeibichai sweat-Navaho, c1905. Three Navajo men, seated, watching over a man covered with a blanket(?) anchored by sticks with feathers attached

In the forest, c1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
In the forest, c1908. Tipi in woods, snow on ground

Hidatsa bull boat, c1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Hidatsa bull boat, c1908

Yebichai prayer, E, c1906. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Yebichai prayer, E, c1906. Navajo Indians in costumes, dancing

Mat lodge-Yakima, 1910, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Mat lodge-Yakima, 1910, c1910. Photograph shows reed mat covered tepee in grassy field, Washington

Singing deeds of valor, c1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Singing deeds of valor, c1908. Two Dakota men playing hand drums outside of a tipi

A holiday lodge-Yakima, 1910, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
A holiday lodge-Yakima, 1910, c1910. Two large canvas-covered tepees joined together

The brush-gatherers-Arikara, c1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
The brush-gatherers-Arikara, c1908. Group of Arikara women in single file carrying bundles of sticks

When winter comes, c1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
When winter comes, c1908. Dakota woman, carrying firewood in snow, approaches tipi

Tablita dance-San Ildefonso, 1905, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Tablita dance-San Ildefonso, 1905, c1905. Tewa Indians dancing outside of adobe buildings

Drying meat, c1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Drying meat, c1908. Two Dakota women hanging meat to dry on poles, tent in background

Grinding medicine-Zuni, c1903. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Grinding medicine-Zuni, c1903. Zuni man lying on blanket grinding medicine

The wood gatherer-Sioux, c1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
The wood gatherer-Sioux, c1908. Dakota woman carrying firewood on her back in snow

Camp of the Root Diggers-Yakima, 1909, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Camp of the Root Diggers-Yakima, 1909, c1910. Three canvas tepees, with two women and a child on horseback

A heavy load, c1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
A heavy load, c1908. Dakota woman carrying firewood on her back in snow

Tesuque buffalo dancers, c1927. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Tesuque buffalo dancers, c1927. Two Native American men in costumes wearing horns of buffaloes

Jicarilla girl, 1904, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Jicarilla girl, 1904, c1905. Native American girl, half-length portrait, standing, facing front

Zahadolzhá-Navaho, c1904. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Zahadolzha-Navaho, c1904. A Navajo man, full-length, in ceremonial dress including mask and body paint

A Cahuilla child, 1905, c1924. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
A Cahuilla child, 1905, c1924. Indian girl leaning against palm tree holding large basket

A Navaho [with blanket wrapped around head and shoulders], c1904. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
A Navaho [with blanket wrapped around head and shoulders], c1904

Rabbit Head-Hidatsa, c1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Rabbit Head-Hidatsa, c1908. Hidatsa Indian posed, head and shoulders, facing right

Meditation (Cheyenne River Medicine Rock), 1907, c1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Meditation (Cheyenne River Medicine Rock), 1907, c1907. Indian smoking pipe on flat rock

Sitting Owl-Hidatsa, c1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Sitting Owl-Hidatsa, c1908. Hidatsa Indian posed, head and shoulders, facing front

The Parley, c1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
The Parley, c1908. Dakota men on horseback, one dismounted

A chief of the desert-Navaho, c1904. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
A chief of the desert-Navaho, c1904. Head-and-shoulders portrait, facing right

Hatali Nez, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Hatali Nez, c1905. Navajo man, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing front, looking down, wearing a headband

The Laughing Singer, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
The laughing singer, c1905. Navajo man, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing front, wearing a necklace and a headband

A man of Palm Springs-Cahuilla, 1905, c1924. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
A man of Palm Springs-Cahuilla, 1905, c1924. Indian man, half-length portrait, facing left

Marcos-Palm Cañon Cahuilla, 1905, c1924. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Marcos-Palm Canon Cahuilla, 1905, c1924. Head-and-shoulders portrait of Indian, right profile

Into the hills-Navaho, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Into the hills-Navaho, c1905. Three Navajo Indians on horseback make their way over hilly terrain

Little Dog-Brulé, 1907, c1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Little Dog-Brule, 1907, c1907. Head-and-shoulders of Native American man, facing right

Little Hawk-Brulé, c1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Little Hawk-Brule, c1907. Little Hawk, bust portrait, facing right

A son of the desert, c1904. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
A son of the desert, c1904. Navajo man, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing front, wrapped in a blanket that covers his mouth

Cañón shadows-Navaho, c1906. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Canon shadows-Navaho, c1906. Three Navajos on horseback dwarfed by canyon walls

Good Bear, c1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Good Bear, c1908. Hidatsa Indian posed, full-length, seated, facing front, with his wife and three children

An Acoma man, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
An Acoma man, c1905. Acoma man, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing front

He perceived an earthen vessel, c1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
He perceived an earthen vessel, c1908. Hidatsa Indian crouching by stream to get water with a bowl

Hollow Horn Bear-Brulé, c1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Hollow Horn Bear-Brule, c1907. Hollow Horn Bear, bust portrait, facing front

His Fights-Ogalala [sic], c1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
His Fights-Ogalala [sic], c1908. His Fights, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing front

Bear's Teeth-Arikara, c1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Bear's Teeth-Arikara, c1908. Bears Teeth, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing front, wearing headband

The Algonkin Indians lived in bark covered dwellings called wigwams. Their houses were either built in both a cone or dome shape

The Enchantress, 1912 (Watercolour)
7261491 The Enchantress, 1912 (Watercolour) by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932); 23x56 cm; Maidstone Museum and Art Gallery, Kent, UK; (add.info.: The Enchantress)

An oasis in the Badlands, c. 1905 (b / w photo)
6173748 An oasis in the Badlands, c.1905 (b/w photo) by Curtis, Edward Sheriff (1868-1952); (add.info.: Red Hawk, an Oglala warrior, mounted on a horse in the Badlands of North Dakota.)

The Whaler - Clayoquot, 1915. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
The Whaler - Clayoquot, 1915. [Native American man from the west coast of Canada]. Photogravure, plate 394 from " The North American Indian, volume 11" (1916)

The Chase, (watercolour on paper)
823138 The Chase, (watercolour on paper) by Rindisbacher, Peter (1806-34); 19.7x29.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Chase. Peter Rindisbacher (1806-1834). Watercolour on paper

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"Exploring the Rich Heritage of Canada's First Nations" Canada, with its diverse cultural tapestry, holds a special place for the indigenous peoples known as the First Nations. Nestled in Newfoundland lies St. John's, a city that serves as a gateway to understanding their vibrant history. Here, one can witness an Inukshuk standing tall against the windswept landscape; these stone structures were used by the Inuit people to guide travelers and act as human-like figures watching over them. Venturing further westward brings us to Bella Bella in British Columbia, where a cedar post carved inside a Heiltsuk house stands proudly. This intricate artwork showcases the craftsmanship passed down through generations and symbolizes their deep connection with nature. In Vancouver's Stanley Park and Tofino on Vancouver Island, towering Totem Poles greet visitors with stories etched into every detail. These magnificent carvings represent ancestral spirits and mythical creatures that hold significant meaning within First Nation culture. Journeying towards Kispiox in British Columbia reveals another remarkable totem pole, displaying intricate designs that reflect sacred traditions and beliefs of this ancient civilization. Delving deeper into history unveils how different tribes lived across Canada. The Algonkin Indians resided in bark-covered dwellings called wigwams – sturdy shelters designed to withstand harsh climates while providing comfort for families. Artistic expressions also played an essential role among First Nations communities. Paintings like "The Enchantress" capture captivating scenes from early 20th-century life, while black-and-white photographs transport us back to an oasis amidst the Badlands or depict whalers navigating Clayoquot Sound. However, not all encounters between cultures were peaceful; missionaries faced challenges when coming ashore amid warring Maoris in New Zealand – highlighting moments of conflict intertwined with exploration throughout history.