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Fine Art Print : NATIVE AMERICANS: SIGN LANGUAGE. The Shoshone chief Tendoy using signs to communicate with Huerito, an Apache chief, at Washington, D. C. April 1880: He is leaving in two more days (left) to return to his country, in Idaho, where there is much snow (right). Wood engravings from Sign Language Among the North American Indians, by Garrick Mallery, 1881
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NATIVE AMERICANS: SIGN LANGUAGE. The Shoshone chief Tendoy using signs to communicate with Huerito, an Apache chief, at Washington, D. C. April 1880: He is leaving in two more days (left) to return to his country, in Idaho, where there is much snow (right). Wood engravings from Sign Language Among the North American Indians, by Garrick Mallery, 1881
NATIVE AMERICANS: SIGN LANGUAGE. The Shoshone chief Tendoy using signs to communicate with Huerito, an Apache chief, at Washington, D.C. April 1880: He is leaving in two more days (left) to return to his country, in Idaho, where there is much snow (right). Wood engravings from Sign Language Among the North American Indians, by Garrick Mallery, 1881
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Media ID 7562333
1880 Apache Braid Chief Communication Conversation Diagram Garrick Gesture Hand Motion Movement Native American North West Shoshone Sign Snow Traveler Visit Visitor Washington Mallery Sign Language Silent
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Experience a captivating moment in history with our Fine Art Print of Native Americans: Sign Language, featuring the Shoshone chief Tendoy and Huerito, an Apache chief, during their historic meeting at Washington, D.C. in 1880. This intriguing wood engraving, taken from Garrick Mallery's Sign Language Among the North American Indians (1881), showcases the two chiefs communicating through sign language as Tendoy prepares to depart for his homeland in Idaho, where the snow awaits him. Add a touch of history and culture to your home or office with this beautiful and thought-provoking piece from the Media Storehouse range of Fine Art Prints.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 29.8cm (23.4" x 11.7")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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.
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In this photo print, we are transported back to April 1880 in Washington, D. C. , where an extraordinary moment of communication between two Native American chiefs is captured. The Shoshone chief Tendoy and the Apache chief Huerito engage in a silent conversation using sign language. Wood engravings from Garrick Mallery's book "Sign Language Among the North American Indians" beautifully depict this historic encounter. On the left side of the image, Tendoy gestures with his hands, conveying that he will be departing in just two days to return to his homeland in Idaho. His right hand indicates heavy snowfall, suggesting that winter awaits him upon his arrival. This exchange showcases not only their ability to communicate without spoken words but also highlights their deep connection with nature and understanding of each other's cultures. The significance of this interaction lies not only in its historical context but also in its representation of human connection transcending barriers such as language or cultural differences. It serves as a reminder that communication can take many forms and that true understanding can be achieved through empathy and openness. This remarkable photograph offers us a glimpse into a time long gone while reminding us of the power of nonverbal communication and our shared humanity across diverse backgrounds.
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