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Portrait of Elsa Nilsdotter Länta, 35 years old, Sirka's Sami village, 1868. Creator: Lotten von Duben
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Portrait of Elsa Nilsdotter Länta, 35 years old, Sirka's Sami village, 1868. Creator: Lotten von Duben
Portrait of Elsa Nilsdotter Lanta, 35 years old, Sirka's Sami village, 1868. From Lotten von Duben's photo album with motifs from the ethnological expedition to Lapland led by her husband Gustaf von Duben in 1868
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In this evocative portrait, Lotten von Duben captures the defiant spirit of Elsa Nilsdotter Länta, a 35-year-old woman from Sirka's Sami village, in the heart of Lapland, Sweden, during the 1860s. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the rich cultural heritage of the indigenous Sami people and their traditional clothing, which was the subject of an ethnological expedition led by Lotten's husband, Gustaf von Duben. Elsa's gaze, direct and unwavering, challenges the viewer with a sense of pride and resilience. She wears a traditional Sami dress, with a colorful, intricately patterned bodice and a long, flowing skirt. Over her shoulders, she drapes a bright shawl, its fringes cascading down her back. Her hat, adorned with a vibrant band of fabric and a feather, sits atop her head, framing her face. The portrait, taken in sepia tones, transports us back to a time when the Sami people's way of life was under threat from the encroachment of modernity. Elsa's clothing, with its bold colors and distinctive patterns, represents both a connection to the past and a defiance of the changing world. This photograph is a testament to the importance of preserving cultural heritage and the role that anthropology and ethnography play in understanding the diverse histories and traditions of different communities. It is a valuable addition to the collections of the Nordic Museum Foundation in Stockholm, Sweden, and serves as a reminder of the rich cultural heritage of the Sami people and their ongoing presence in the Nordic region. Lotten von Duben's portrait of Elsa Nilsdotter Länta is a powerful reminder of the importance of preserving and celebrating the traditions and cultures of indigenous communities, and the role that photography can play in documenting and sharing these stories with future generations.
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