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Men and corn maidens performing the Pleasure
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Men and corn maidens performing the Pleasure
Men and corn maidens in feather headdress performing the Pleasure Dance, Zuni nation. Lithograph after a painting by Mary Wright Gill from John Wesley Powells 23rd Annual Report of the Bureau of American Ethnology, Washington, 1904
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23rd Annual Bureau Ceremony Corn Dancer Ethnography Ethnology Feather Headdress Hoen Maiden Nation Pleasure Powell Report Ritual Wesley Zuni
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This lithograph depicts a significant moment in the cultural traditions of the Zuni Nation, showcasing a group of men and corn maidens engaged in the Pleasure Dance. The image, a chromolithograph after a painting by Mary Wright Gill, was originally published in John Wesley Powell's 23rd Annual Report of the Bureau of American Ethnology in 1904. The Zuni people, a Native American tribe residing in the southwestern United States, have a rich and complex history, with a deep connection to their land and its natural resources. Corn, a staple of their diet, is celebrated in their rituals and ceremonies, making the corn maidens an integral part of their cultural expression. The men and corn maidens in this print are adorned with vibrant feather headdresses, adding an otherworldly allure to the scene. The Pleasure Dance, a ritual performance, is believed to bring rain and ensure a bountiful harvest. The dancers move in harmony, their expressions filled with joy and reverence, creating a powerful and evocative tableau. John Wesley Powell, an American scientist and explorer, was a pioneer in the field of ethnology, documenting and preserving the cultures of indigenous peoples. Through his annual reports, he provided valuable insights into the lives and traditions of various Native American tribes, including the Zuni Nation. This print, with its intricate details and rich symbolism, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us to a time when the connection between people and their land was deeply rooted and deeply revered.
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