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ALASKA: WHALE BOAT, c1929. Native Americans launching a whale boat at Cape Prince of Wales
ALASKA: WHALE BOAT, c1929.
Native Americans launching a whale boat at Cape Prince of Wales, Alaska. Photographed by Edward S. Curtis, c1929
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Media ID 13135495
1929 Alaskan Arctic Beach Boat Curtis Edward Eskimo Industry Inuit Launch Marine Native American Northwest Ocean Peninsula Seashore Seward Shore Whale Whaleboat Whaling
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Experience the rich culture and history of Alaska with our stunning selection of greeting cards from Media Storehouse. This particular design features a captivating image of Native Americans launching a whale boat at Cape Prince of Wales, Alaska, taken by Edward S. Curtis in 1929. The Granger Collection's vintage photograph transports you to a bygone era, making this card a thoughtful and unique choice for any occasion. Immerse yourself in the beauty and tradition of Alaska's past with our ALASKA: WHALE BOAT greeting card.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, titled "ALASKA: WHALE BOAT, c1929" captures a significant moment in Native American history. Taken by the talented photographer Edward S. Curtis, this image showcases a group of Native Americans launching a whale boat at Cape Prince of Wales in Alaska. The scene is set on a rugged Alaskan beach, with the vast Arctic Ocean stretching out into the distance. A team of determined men from the Inuit and Eskimo communities can be seen working together to launch their traditional whale boat into the water. Their strength and unity are evident as they navigate through challenging terrain to pursue their livelihood. This snapshot provides us with a glimpse into an early industry that played a vital role in these communities' survival - whaling. The Native Americans relied on whales for sustenance, utilizing every part of these majestic creatures for food, tools, and clothing. Edward S. Curtis masterfully captures not only the physical labor involved but also the deep connection between man and nature that defines these cultures. This photograph serves as a testament to their resilience and resourcefulness in adapting to harsh environments. As we admire this historical print from Granger Art on Demand's collection, let us appreciate the rich heritage of Alaska's indigenous people while acknowledging their crucial contributions to marine life conservation and cultural preservation throughout generations.
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