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Fine Art Print : POTLATCH CEREMONY, 1894. Members of the secret Hamatsa Society at a Kwakiutl potlatch ceremony
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POTLATCH CEREMONY, 1894. Members of the secret Hamatsa Society at a Kwakiutl potlatch ceremony
POTLATCH CEREMONY, 1894.
Members of the secret Hamatsa Society at a Kwakiutl potlatch ceremony, at Fort Rupert, British Columbia, Canada, during the winter ceremonial season, known as Tsetseka. The men at top are wearing neck- and head-rings made of cedar bark. Photographed by O.C. Hastings, late 1894
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Media ID 12228910
1894 Bark Bench Blanket Board Canadian Cedar Face Paint First Nation Fort Ground Hastings Headdress Kerchief Kwakiutl Neck Northwest Pacific Northwest Plank Platform Potlatch Ring Rupert Secret Society Totem Pole Tradition Tribe Vancouver Island Winter Wooden
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich cultural heritage of the Kwakiutl people with our exquisite Fine Art Print of the Potlatch Ceremony, 1894. Witness the enigmatic members of the Hamatsa Society in full regalia, captured during a traditional Potlatch ceremony held at Fort Rupert, British Columbia, Canada. This stunning image, taken from The Granger Collection, transports you back in time to the winter ceremonial season, known as Tsetseka. Add this beautiful work of art to your collection and bring the history and traditions of the Kwakiutl people into your home.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 40.9cm (23.4" x 16.1")
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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This photograph captures a significant moment in history - the Potlatch Ceremony of 1894. The image showcases members of the secret Hamatsa Society at a Kwakiutl potlatch ceremony, held during the winter ceremonial season known as Tsetseka. Located in Fort Rupert, British Columbia, Canada, this traditional event was an integral part of First Nation culture. The men featured in the photo are adorned with striking neck- and head-rings made from cedar bark, symbolizing their status within the society. Their faces are painted with intricate designs while wearing headdresses that exude power and spirituality. Seated on a wooden bench outside a traditional house, they create a powerful visual representation of tradition and heritage. In contrast to their male counterparts, women can be seen standing behind them wearing blankets and kerchiefs as they observe this sacred gathering. A totem pole stands tall in the background, serving as a reminder of ancestral stories passed down through generations. Photographed by O. C. Hastings in late 1894, this snapshot offers us a glimpse into an ancient ritual that has shaped the cultural identity of indigenous communities for centuries. It serves as both documentation and celebration of Pacific Northwest Native American traditions at the turn of the century. This remarkable print from Granger Art on Demand transports viewers back to an era where tradition thrived amidst changing times – reminding us all to appreciate and respect diverse cultures around us today.
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