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Greetings Card : Incense-Atsina, c1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Incense-Atsina, c1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Incense-Atsina, c1908. Four Atsina men, each wrapped in a blanket, seated on ground, one with arm and fist raised skyward, one holding a wing
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Greetings Card (A5)
Experience the rich cultural heritage of the Atsina people with our exquisite selection of greeting cards from Media Storehouse. Featuring the iconic photograph "Incense-Atsina, c1908" by Edward S. Curtis, these cards showcase four men in traditional attire, engaged in a ceremonial moment. The powerful image, captured by Curtis during his extensive documentation of Native American cultures, is a stunning representation of unity and tradition. These high-quality greeting cards make for thoughtful and meaningful gifts, perfect for any occasion.
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21cm x 14.5cm (8.3" x 5.7")
Estimated Product Size is 21cm x 29cm (8.3" x 11.4")
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, titled "Incense-Atsina" by Edward Sheriff Curtis, captures a profound moment in time, transporting us back to the early 1900s and the Gros Ventre (Atsina) tribe in Montana, United States of America. The image, taken in 1908, portrays a group of four Atsina men, each seated on the ground, wrapped in blankets, and deeply engrossed in a ceremonial gathering. One man, with a clenched fist raised skyward, gestures passionately, while another holds a wing, possibly an eagle wing, adding to the mystique of the scene. The image, a testament to the ethnographic and anthropological record, offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Native American people. The men's serious expressions and the sense of unity convey the significance of their communal gathering, which may have been a prayer or a ritual. Edward Sheriff Curtis, a renowned American photographer, captured this image during his extensive documentation of Native American tribes in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His work, which includes thousands of photographs, films, and manuscripts, is an invaluable resource for understanding the history, customs, and traditions of Native American communities. This powerful photograph, now part of the collections at the Library of Congress, is a poignant reminder of the enduring connection between Native Americans and the land they have called home for generations. The image invites us to reflect on the importance of preserving and celebrating the diverse cultural heritage of our shared history.
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