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Antique Framed Print : KWAKIUTL WOMAN, 1914. The daughter of a Nakoaktok chief on the coast of British Columbia
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KWAKIUTL WOMAN, 1914. The daughter of a Nakoaktok chief on the coast of British Columbia
KWAKIUTL WOMAN, 1914.
The daughter of a Nakoaktok chief on the coast of British Columbia, Canada, seated on a blanket-covered board and wearing a cedar bark cape, a hat made of woven shreds of spruce roots, and a nose ring made of abalone shell. Photographed by Edward S. Curtis, 1914
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Media ID 12229076
1914 Bark Blanket Board Bracelet Canadian Cape Cedar Chief Curtis Daughter Earring Edward First Nation Kwakiutl Northwest Nose Ring Ornament Pacific Northwest Ring Root Shell Vancouver Island Abalone Nakoaktok Spruce
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 19.2cm (9.6" x 7.6")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
KWAKIUTL WOMAN, 1914: A Glimpse into Indigenous Culture on Canada's Pacific Northwest Coast This photograph, taken in 1914 by renowned photographer Edward S. Curtis, offers a rare glimpse into the life of a Kwakiutl woman. Seated gracefully on a blanket-covered board, she proudly showcases her rich cultural heritage. As the daughter of a Nakoaktok chief hailing from Vancouver Island in British Columbia, this young woman embodies the beauty and resilience of her First Nation community. Adorned in traditional attire, she wears an exquisite cedar bark cape that drapes elegantly around her shoulders. Her hat is meticulously crafted from woven shreds of spruce roots—a testament to the resourcefulness and craftsmanship of her people. Drawing attention with every detail captured by Curtis' lens, she dons an abalone shell nose ring—an ornamental piece symbolizing status and identity within Kwakiutl culture. The intricate bracelet adorning her wrist further exemplifies their mastery in creating stunning jewelry using natural materials found along the coastline. Through this portrait, we are transported back to early 20th-century Canada when indigenous cultures thrived amidst breathtaking landscapes. It serves as a reminder of our shared history and encourages us to appreciate the diverse traditions that have shaped our nation. This remarkable print is part of The Granger Collection's Carousel Collection—celebrating artistry through historical imagery while honoring its subjects with respect and admiration.
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