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A pretty group at an Indian tent, 1891. Creator: John C. H. Grabill
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A pretty group at an Indian tent, 1891. Creator: John C. H. Grabill
A pretty group at an Indian tent, 1891. Four Lakota women standing, three holding infants in cradleboards, and a Lakota man on horseback, in front of a tipi, probably on or near Pine Ridge Reservation
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A Pretty Group at an Indian Tent: A Glimpse into the Domestic Life of the Lakota People in the Late 1890s This photograph, titled 'A Pretty Group at an Indian Tent,' was taken by the renowned American photographer John C.H. Grabill in 1891. The image offers a rare and intimate glimpse into the daily life of the Lakota people during the late 19th century, most likely on or near the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota. Four Lakota women, dressed in traditional clothing, stand proudly in the scene. Each woman cradles an infant in a handwoven cradleboard, a practical and essential tool for carrying and caring for infants in the American West. The women's clothing, adorned with intricate beadwork and fringes, reflects their rich cultural heritage. A Lakota man, wearing a cowboy hat and traditional garments, approaches the group on horseback. His direct gaze and confident demeanor convey a sense of strength and resilience. The presence of the horse, a vital mode of transportation in the frontier, further emphasizes the meeting of traditional Native American life and the encroaching modern world. The image, taken in black and white, captures the raw beauty and authenticity of the scene. The tipi, a symbol of the Lakota people's connection to the land, stands proudly in the background. The group's direct gaze and the infant's innocent expressions invite the viewer to connect with their story, offering a poignant reminder of the enduring spirit of the American West and the indigenous people who have called it home for generations.
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