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Nespilim man, c1904. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Nespilim man, c1904. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Nespilim man, c1904. Head-and-shoulders portrait of a Nespelim man, facing front
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Anthropology Curtis Edward Sheriff Curtis Edwards Distrust Distrustful Edward Sheriff Curtis Edwards Curtis Embroidered Ethnography Ethnology First Nation First Nations Long Hair Long Haired North America North American North American Indian Salish Scowling Sepia Suspicion Suspicious Needlework Sewing
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This head-and-shoulders portrait, captured by the renowned ethnographer Edward Sheriff Curtis in 1904, showcases the enigmatic presence of a Nespelim man. The man, dressed in traditional apparel, gazes directly at the camera with a hint of distrust or suspicion in his eyes. His long, dark hair cascades down his shoulders, framing a face adorned with the intricate embroidery and needlework characteristic of the Salish people. The man wears a colorful jacket, the design of which reflects the rich cultural heritage of the First Nations people of North America. The sepia tones of the photograph add to the timeless and nostalgic feel, transporting us back to the early 1900s. The man's scowling expression and the plain background further emphasize the significance of his individual identity within the context of anthropological study. This image, a testament to the diversity and complexity of human cultures, is a valuable addition to the ethnographic and ethnological records of the 20th century.
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