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Kutenai Collection

Discover the enchanting world of the Kutenai people through the lens of Edward S. Curtis in the early 1900s

Background imageKutenai Collection: Kutenai female type, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis

Kutenai female type, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Kutenai female type, c1910. Kootenai woman, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing front

Background imageKutenai Collection: The rush gatherer-Kutenai [A], c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis

The rush gatherer-Kutenai [A], c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
The rush gatherer-Kutenai [A], c1910

Background imageKutenai Collection: On the shore of the lake-Kutenai, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis

On the shore of the lake-Kutenai, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
On the shore of the lake-Kutenai, c1910. Kootenai Indian, standing on shore next to canoe, lake and mountains in hazy background

Background imageKutenai Collection: Kutenai camp [Curtis's camp], c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis

Kutenai camp [Curtis's camp], c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Kutenai camp [Curtis's camp], c1910. Tipi and tent nestled among trees, in foreground, canoe pulled ashore

Background imageKutenai Collection: Country of the Kutenai [Flathead Lake, Montana], c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis

Country of the Kutenai [Flathead Lake, Montana], c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Country of the Kutenai [Flathead Lake, Montana], c1910. Kootenai Indian standing an elk hide canoe which is beached on the rocky shore of Flathead Lake, Montana

Background imageKutenai Collection: Kutenai woman, 1910, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis

Kutenai woman, 1910, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Kutenai woman, 1910, c1910. Woman holding paddle, standing by canoe at edge of lake, probably in Idaho or Montana

Background imageKutenai Collection: Kutenai Duck Hunter, 1910 (photogravure)

Kutenai Duck Hunter, 1910 (photogravure)
1766830 Kutenai Duck Hunter, 1910 (photogravure) by Curtis, Edward Sheriff (1868-1952) ; Private Collection; (add.info.: Kutenai Duck Hunter. Edward S. Curtis (1868-1952)

Background imageKutenai Collection: Kutenai Woman, 1910 (b/w photo)

Kutenai Woman, 1910 (b/w photo)
XJF441992 Kutenai Woman, 1910 (b/w photo) by Curtis, Edward Sheriff (1868-1952) ; Private Collection; (add.info.: Ktunaxa people of Montana;)

Background imageKutenai Collection: On the Shore of the Lake - Kutenai, 1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis

On the Shore of the Lake - Kutenai, 1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
On the Shore of the Lake - Kutenai, 1910. Canoe, Kutenai people of the western United States and Canada]. Photogravure, plate 251 from " The North American Indian, volume 7" (1911)

Background imageKutenai Collection: CHILDBIRTH: NATIVE AMERICAN Native American Kutenai woman, on knees and elbows being

CHILDBIRTH: NATIVE AMERICAN Native American Kutenai woman, on knees and elbows being helped to give birth by outside pressure on the uterus. Drawing, 19th century

Background imageKutenai Collection: Group of Native Americans, three standing, one seated on the

Group of Native Americans, three standing, one seated on the ground, possibly Colville or Kutenai, at the winter quarters of the British Northwest Boundary Commission Survey in Colville, Washington

Background imageKutenai Collection: KUTENAI WOMAN, c1910. A young Kutenai woman standing beside a canoe at the edge of a lake

KUTENAI WOMAN, c1910. A young Kutenai woman standing beside a canoe at the edge of a lake. Photograph by Edward S. Curtis, c1910


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Discover the enchanting world of the Kutenai people through the lens of Edward S. Curtis in the early 1900s. Witness the daily life of a Kutenai woman [Kutenai female type] as she gathers rushes [The rush gatherer-Kutenai], her strength and determination reflected in every stroke. Experience the beauty of their homeland [Country of the Kutenai, Flathead Lake, Montana], with its tranquil shores [On the shore of the lake-Kutenai] and vibrant natural surroundings. Join Curtis' camp [Kutenai camp] and immerse yourself in their culture, observing the communal spirit and traditions. Marvel at the dedication of a Kutenai woman as she gives birth [CHILDBIRTH: NATIVE AMERICAN Native American Kutenai woman, on knees and elbows being assisted by another woman], surrounded by her community. Observe the harmony of the Kutenai way of life, from hunting [Kutenai Duck Hunter] to simple moments by the lake [Kutenai Woman, 1910 (photogravure)]. This captivating collection of images offers a glimpse into the rich history and traditions of the Kutenai people.