Kwakiutl Collection (page 3)

KWAKIUTL HOUSE FRAME. Kwakiutl house frame in the Pacific Northwest. Photograph by Edward Curtis, c1910

KWAKIUTL HOUSE, c1914. Tanaktak house in a Kwakiutl village at Harbledown Island, Vancouver. Photograph by Edward Curtis, c1914

Indian art work of Kwakiutl Bear Totem Pole in beautiful Victoria British Columbia Canada

The daughter of a Nakoaktok chief on the coast of British Columbia, Canada
WOMAN PAINTING HAT, 1914. The daughter of a Nakoaktok chief on the coast of British Columbia, Canada, wearing a cedar bark cape and a nose-ring made of abalone shell

A portrait of a hamatsa or cannibal shaman seated on ground in front of tree
HAMATSA SHAMAN, c1914. A portrait of a hamatsa or cannibal shaman seated on ground in front of tree, possessed by supernatural power after having spent several days in the woods as part of an

KWAKIUTL DANCERS, c1914. Kwakiutl dance to restore an eclipsed moon. The men dance in a circle around a smoking fire, to cause a sky creature which was believed to have swallowed the moon

KWAKIUTL CHIEF, c1914. A portrait of Hamasaka, a Kwakiutl chief, wearing a blanket ornamented with buttons, holding a ceremonial staff and a shamans rattle. Photographed by Edward S. Curtis, c1914

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The Kwakiutl, a Pacific Northwest Coast Indian tribe hailing from Canada's Ontario region, have a rich cultural heritage that is beautifully depicted in various forms of art and rituals. One such representation is the captivating Kwakiutl Face-Mask, which showcases intricate designs and symbols unique to their tribe. In Ottawa's Confederation Park stands an awe-inspiring Kwakiutl Totem, standing tall as a testament to their ancestral traditions. Rituals hold great significance for the Kwakiutl people, as seen in their mesmerizing dance performed with the intention of restoring an eclipsed moon. The Masked Dancers in Canoes exhibit by Edward Sheriff Curtis captures this enchanting spectacle from 1914. Another remarkable creation by Curtis is his portrayal of a canoe carrying a Kwakiutl Bridal Party, showcasing the tribe's customs surrounding marriage. The presence of grave markers within the Kwakiutl culture signifies reverence for ancestors and serves as a reminder of their deep connection to spirituality. A Native American grave marker belonging to the tribe exhibits exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail. A fascinating aspect life can be witnessed through their unique Diver Mask adorned with a beak - an emblematic representation found among North American Indians residing along the Pacific Northwest coast. Potlatch ceremonies are central to Kwakiutl society; they serve as occasions for feasting, gift-giving, and social bonding. An intriguing photograph from 1894 reveals members of the secret Hamatsa Society participating in one such potlatch ceremony. Edward S. Curtis once again captures moments frozen in time with his c1914 photograph featuring members of the Kwakiutl tribe navigating canoes on British Columbia's rivers – providing insight into their daily lives and reliance on waterways for transportation.