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Carved posts at Alert Bay, c1914. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Carved posts at Alert Bay, c1914. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Carved posts at Alert Bay, c1914. Two totem poles in front of a wood frame house in the Nimkish village Yilis, on Cormorant Island. Totem pole depicts an eagle representing the owner's paternal crest and a grizzly bear symbolizing the maternal one
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Carved in Time: A Glimpse into the Rich Cultural Heritage of Alert Bay, 1914 This evocative photograph, captured by renowned American photographer Edward Sheriff Curtis in 1914, offers a captivating glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Nimkish village on Cormorant Island, Alert Bay, British Columbia, Canada. The image showcases two majestically hand-carved totem poles standing proudly in front of a wooden frame house, symbolizing the harmonious coexistence of traditional indigenous art and modern architecture. The totem pole on the left represents the paternal crest of the owner, an eagle, a powerful and revered symbol of strength, vision, and protection in the Kwakiutl and Kwakwaka'wakw cultures. The totem pole on the right symbolizes the maternal crest, a grizzly bear, a potent symbol of fertility, nurturing, and transformation. Edward Sheriff Curtis, an American ethnographer, photographer, and filmmaker, dedicated his life to documenting and preserving the art, culture, and traditions of North America's indigenous peoples. His extensive body of work, including this photograph, has become an invaluable resource for scholars, historians, and anyone interested in the rich and diverse history of the indigenous peoples of North America. This photograph not only serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of the indigenous peoples of Alert Bay but also as a poignant reminder of the importance of preserving and celebrating the unique cultural heritage of all communities.
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