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Glass Frame : Picket Pin, c1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Picket Pin, c1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Picket Pin, c1907. Full-length portrait of Dakota man dressed in loin cloth holding buffalo skull
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Anthropology Belief Breechcloth Ceremonial Ceremony Curtis Edward Sheriff Curtis Edwards Dakota Edward Sheriff Curtis Edwards Curtis Ethnography Ethnology First Nation First Nations Great Plains Loin Cloth Loincloth North America North American Plain Plains Simple Sioux Skull Spiritual Tribal Tribal Culture Tribe Visual
7"x5" Glass Mount
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 12.7cm x 17.7cm (5" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 16.2cm x 20.3cm (6.4" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph, titled "Picket Pin" and created by renowned American ethnographer Edward Sheriff Curtis in 1907, offers a profound glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Dakota people of the Great Plains. The full-length portrait showcases a Dakota man, dressed only in a simple loin cloth, standing proudly with a large buffalo skull in his hands. The image, held in the prestigious Library of Congress, is a testament to the deep connection between the Dakota people and the natural world. The buffalo skull, a symbol of strength and provision, is held with reverence and respect, reflecting the spiritual significance of the animal in their culture. The man's profile, etched with the lines of age and wisdom, speaks volumes about the enduring traditions and beliefs of the tribe. Edward Sheriff Curtis, a pioneering figure in anthropology and ethnology, captured this image during a time when the traditional way of life of Native American tribes was rapidly changing. His work, which includes thousands of photographs, films, and manuscripts, is a valuable resource for understanding the diverse and complex histories and cultures of indigenous peoples of North America. The "Picket Pin" photograph, with its striking contrast of the man's bare body against the rugged backdrop and the intricately textured buffalo skull, is a poignant reminder of the beauty and resilience of tribal cultures and the importance of preserving their heritage for future generations.
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