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Gathering hanamh - Papago woman picking cactus fruit with wooden stick, Arizona, c1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Gathering hanamh - Papago woman picking cactus fruit with wooden stick, Arizona, c1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Gathering hanamh - Papago woman picking cactus fruit with wooden stick, Arizona, c1907
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1907 Arizona Arizona United States Of America Basket Book Illustration Cacti Cactus Curtis Edward Sheriff Curtis Edwards Edward Sheriff Curtis Edwards Curtis Fruit Picker Fruit Picking Gatherer Gathering North American Indian Picking Stick Women At Work
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This evocative photograph, titled "Gathering hanamh - Papago woman picking cactus fruit with wooden stick, Arizona, c1907," captures a moment in time of a Papago woman as she skillfully harvests cactus fruit using a wooden stick in the arid landscape of Arizona. The image, created by renowned photographer Edward Sheriff Curtis in the early 1900s, offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage and traditional way of life of the indigenous people of the American Southwest. The Papago, also known as the Tohono O'odham, are a Native American tribe originally inhabiting the Sonoran Desert region, spanning both sides of the U.S.-Mexico border. In this photograph, the woman wears traditional clothing, her dress adorned with intricate patterns and colors, reflecting her connection to the land and her people. She is shown working outside, surrounded by the natural beauty of the desert, with cacti and other plants in the background. The image is a poignant reminder of the importance of preserving the histories and traditions of indigenous communities, and serves as a valuable contribution to the historical record of the American experience. Edward Sheriff Curtis, a pioneering ethnographer and photographer, dedicated his career to documenting the lives and stories of Native American tribes across the United States. This photograph, with its timeless composition and evocative subject matter, continues to captivate audiences and inspire appreciation for the diverse cultural heritage of North America.
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