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Big Road's daughter, 1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Big Road's daughter, 1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Big Road's daughter, 1907. Photograph shows head-and-shoulders portrait of Big Road's daughter, wearing traditional clothing, facing front
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This striking photograph, titled "Big Road's Daughter," was captured by renowned American ethnographer and photographer Edward Sheriff Curtis in 1907. The image showcases a head-and-shoulders portrait of a young Lakota woman, a member of the Oglala Sioux tribe from the Teton Reservation in North America. Dressed in traditional Plains Indian attire, the woman proudly wears a beaded dress adorned with intricate beadwork, embroidery, and a colorful collar. Her earrings, made of beads and hair pipes, add to the overall beauty and significance of her traditional Chankin Tan Ka costume. The photograph, which is a gelatin silver print, captures the essence of the woman's heritage and the rich cultural history of the First Nations people. The portrait is an important contribution to the ethnographic and anthropological record of the early 20th century, providing a glimpse into the lives and customs of indigenous communities during this period. Edward Sheriff Curtis was a pioneering figure in the documentation of Native American cultures, and his work continues to be celebrated for its historical and artistic value. This photograph, in particular, is a testament to the resilience and beauty of the Lakota people and their traditional clothing, which continues to be an essential part of their cultural heritage to this day.
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