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Medicine Crow-Apsaroke, c1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Medicine Crow-Apsaroke, c1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Medicine Crow-Apsaroke, c1908. Medicine Crow, Crow Indian, Montana, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing right, hawk hide headdress, two earrings in right ear, disc ornaments, shell beads, beaded scalp shirt
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This black and white portrait, taken by renowned American ethnographer Edward Sheriff Curtis in 1908, features Medicine Crow, a prominent member of the Apsaroke (Crow) tribe from Montana. Medicine Crow is shown wearing a traditional head-and-shoulders headdress made from hawk hide, adorned with disc ornaments, shell beads, and beaded scalp shirt. The intricate beadwork on his clothing and the two earrings in his right ear add to the richness of his regal appearance. Medicine Crow, also known as Old Man Afraid of His Horses, was a respected leader and warrior in his community, renowned for his bravery and wisdom. The hawk hide headdress was a symbol of his status and connection to the natural world. The aquatic life motifs on the disc ornaments and beadwork reflect the importance of water and the role it plays in the Crow culture. Edward Sheriff Curtis captured this image during a time when the traditional ways of life for many Native American tribes were rapidly changing, making this portrait an invaluable record of the Apsaroke people's heritage and history. The portrait is a testament to the resilience and enduring nature of indigenous cultures and serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving and celebrating the diverse histories and traditions of America's indigenous peoples. This photograph is a significant piece of anthropological and ethnographic documentation and is a valuable resource for scholars, historians, and artists studying the history and culture of the American West during the early 20th century.
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