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Atsina warriors, c1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Atsina warriors, c1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Atsina warriors, c1908. Several Atsina warriors on horseback some with feathered staffs and one with a headdress
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1908 Algonquian Algonquin American West Anthropology Atsina Curtis Edward Sheriff Curtis Edwards Edward Sheriff Curtis Edwards Curtis Ethnography Ethnology Feather Feather Headdress Feathered Feathers Gros Ventre Gros Ventres Group Of Men Horseman Horsemen Indians Indigenous People Montana Montana United States Of America Mounted North America North American Photographic Riders Staff Tribal Tribe Tribesman Tribesmen Tribespeople Walking Staff War Party Warriors Head Dress
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This photograph, titled "Atsina Warriors," was captured by the renowned American anthropologist and photographer, Edward Sheriff Curtis, in approximately 1908. The image portrays a group of Atsina, or Gros Ventre, warriors proudly riding horses through the American West. Their regal bearing and traditional attire evoke a sense of both strength and grace. The Atsina people, also known as the Gros Ventres, are an Algonquian-speaking Native American tribe originally from the Great Plains region of North America. They were renowned for their skill in horseback archery and their distinctive clothing, which often featured intricate beadwork and feathers. In this photograph, several warriors are depicted carrying feathered staffs, while one wears a striking headdress adorned with feathers. Their horses, too, are adorned with trappings and blankets, reflecting the deep connection between the Atsina people and their animals. Curtis, who dedicated much of his career to documenting Native American cultures, captured this image during a time of great change for the Atsina people and the American West as a whole. The photograph offers a glimpse into a rich cultural heritage that continues to influence contemporary Native American art and identity. This image is a testament to the enduring legacy of the Atsina people and the importance of preserving the history and traditions of indigenous communities. The photograph is held in the prestigious collections of the Library of Congress, a fitting tribute to the cultural significance of this powerful and evocative image.
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