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Canadian Ox Sled - Blackfoot, Canada
Canadian Ox Sled - Blackfoot territory, Canada. Date: 1911
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Media ID 18952994
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015
Blackfoot Dec18 Driver Mode Oxen Sled Sledge Sleigh Territory Unusual
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Transport yourself to the frozen beauty of the Canadian winter with our exquisite selection of greeting cards from Media Storehouse. This particular design showcases a captivating image of a traditional Blackfoot ox sled from 1911, sourced from the extensive archive at Mary Evans Prints Online. Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Canada with this stunning, rights-managed image gracing the front of your card. Perfect for sending a thoughtful message to loved ones or friends, our greeting cards are a unique and heartfelt way to connect. Let the winter wonderland scene of a Canadian ox sled in Blackfoot territory transport your recipients as they open your card and read your heartfelt message.
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.
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This photograph, taken in 1911, captures an unusual mode of transportation in the Blackfoot territory of Canada. The image showcases a Canadian ox sled, an essential means of travel during the harsh winter months in this region. The Blackfoot people, also known as the Blackfeet or Niitsítapi, were a Native American tribe who traditionally relied on horses for transportation. However, the arrival of European settlers introduced them to oxen as a more effective alternative for heavy loads and harsh conditions. In this photograph, a lady driver skillfully maneuvers the oxen, their powerful muscles straining against the harnesses as they pull the sled through the snow. The oxen, with their massive heads and shaggy coats, appear strong and determined, their eyes fixed on the task at hand. The sled, adorned with intricate carvings and decorations, adds to the unique charm of this scene. The Blackfoot territory, located in present-day Alberta and Montana, was a vast expanse of wilderness, and the ox sled provided a vital means of transporting goods and supplies across the rugged terrain. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the resilience and resourcefulness of the Blackfoot people in the face of adversity. The ox sled, with its oxen and driver, stands as a testament to the ingenuity and adaptability of early settlers in Canada's harsh winter climate.
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