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Overlooking the Little Horn, 1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Overlooking the Little Horn, 1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Overlooking the Little Horn, 1908. Photograph shows five Crow Indians, Wolf, Fish Shows (wearing headdress), Which Way, Lone Tree, and Two Whistles on horseback carrying staffs
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EDITORS COMMENTS
Overlooking the Little Horn, 1908" is a captivating photograph by Edward Sheriff Curtis, showcasing five Crow (Apsáalooke or Apsaroke) Indians riding horses and dressed in traditional apparel. The scene takes place in Montana, United States of America, and the image is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the Crow people during the early 20th century. The five men in the photograph are identified as Wolf, Fish Shows, Which Way, Lone Tree, and Two Whistles. They are all dressed in traditional Crow attire, with Wolf and Fish Shows wearing impressive feather headdresses. The men carry staffs, adding to the sense of power and authority. The photograph was taken near the Little Horn River, a significant location in Crow history and culture. The image captures a moment in time when the traditional way of life of the Crow people was still intact, before the influence of modernity and westernization began to take hold. Edward Sheriff Curtis was a pioneering American anthropologist, photographer, and ethnographer who dedicated his life to documenting the cultures and histories of Native American tribes. This photograph is a valuable contribution to the ethnographic record of the Crow people and a testament to the richness and diversity of American Indian cultures during the early 1900s. The photograph is a gelatin silver print, a common photographic process during the early 20th century. It is a powerful reminder of the importance of preserving cultural heritage and the role that photography plays in documenting and sharing stories from the past. Overall, "Overlooking the Little Horn, 1908" is a stunning and evocative image that captures the essence of the Crow people and their connection to their land and traditions.
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