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A Yurok widow, c1923. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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A Yurok widow, c1923. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
A Yurok widow, c1923. Yurok woman, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing front
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Curtis Edward Sheriff Curtis Edwards Edward Sheriff Curtis Edwards Curtis Elderly Woman North American Indian Old Woman Widow Head Dress Yurok
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This evocative black and white portrait captures the stoic resilience of a Yurok widow, taken by renowned photographer Edward Sheriff Curtis in the early 1920s. The Yurok people are an indigenous community native to the northwestern Pacific coast of California, and this image offers a glimpse into their rich cultural heritage. The woman, dressed in traditional clothing, wears a intricately designed headdress and headgear, which are integral to Yurok marriage customs and signify status and identity. Her age-worn features and solemn expression convey the wisdom and strength that comes with a life lived in harmony with nature and community. The image, taken during the 1920s, is a poignant reminder of a time when indigenous peoples were facing significant cultural displacement and assimilation. The portrait is a valuable addition to the Library of Congress's extensive collection of American history, and serves as a testament to the enduring spirit of the Yurok people and their proud cultural traditions.
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