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Girl and jar-San Ildefonso, c1927. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Girl and jar-San Ildefonso, c1927. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Girl and jar-San Ildefonso, c1927. San Ildefonso girl, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing front, with large jar balanced on her head
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This photograph, titled "Girl and jar-San Ildefonso," was captured by renowned American photographer Edward Sheriff Curtis around 1927. The image showcases a young San Ildefonso girl, dressed in traditional clothing, standing confidently with a large ceramic jar balanced gracefully on her head. The girl, with her dark, expressive eyes and intricately adorned necklace, exudes a sense of pride and strength. San Ildefonso is a Pueblo Indian community located in Santa Fe County, New Mexico, in the United States. The people of San Ildefonso are known for their exceptional pottery, which has been produced for over a thousand years. The intricate designs and vibrant colors of their ceramics reflect their rich cultural heritage and connection to the land. Edward Sheriff Curtis, a pioneering photographer, captured this moment in time, preserving the beauty and essence of the Native American way of life during the early 20th century. The photograph, now part of the vast collection at the Library of Congress, is a testament to the resilience and creativity of the Native American people and their enduring connection to their traditions. The girl's determined gaze and the striking contrast between her traditional attire and the modern jar on her head, serve as a reminder of the dynamic interplay between the past and the present in Native American culture.
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