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Cheyenne girl, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Cheyenne girl, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Cheyenne girl, c1905. Cheyenne girl, half-length portrait, facing front
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This half-length portrait, titled "Cheyenne girl," was captured by renowned photographer Edward Sheriff Curtis around 1905. The young Cheyenne woman gazes directly at the camera with an enigmatic expression, her long, dark hair cascading down her back in intricately braided plaits. Her traditional Cheyenne attire is adorned with vibrant beadwork, intricate designs, and colorful ribbons. She wears a long, flowing dress with a high waistline, adorned with fringes and adorned with a necklace, earrings, and a hair pipe. The woman's apparel represents the rich cultural heritage of the Plains Indians and the importance of traditional clothing and adornments in their society. Edward Sheriff Curtis, a pioneering ethnographer and photographer, documented the lives and customs of Native American tribes across North America during the early 20th century. His work, which includes thousands of photographs, films, and manuscripts, remains a valuable resource for anthropologists, historians, and scholars studying Native American cultures. This image, held in the Library of Congress, is a testament to Curtis's dedication to preserving the history and traditions of indigenous peoples. The direct gaze of the Cheyenne girl invites us to connect with her story and to appreciate the beauty and complexity of her culture.
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