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Plain Owl, 1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Plain Owl, 1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Plain Owl, 1908. Photograph shows head-and-shoulders portrait of Plain Owl, wearing headdress, traditional clothing, and beaded gauntlets, holding staff, seated, facing front
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This photograph, titled "Plain Owl," was taken by the renowned American ethnographer and photographer, Edward Sheriff Curtis, in the year 1908. The image showcases a Plains Owl, a member of the Absaroka or Crow people, dressed in traditional clothing and adorned with intricate beadwork and feather headdresses. The subject wears a beaded gauntlet on each hand and holds a staff, adding to the regal and ceremonial feel of the portrait. The Plains Owl, also known as the Apsaalooke or Apsaroke people, are an indigenous tribe from the Great Plains region of North America. Curtis captured this image during a time when traditional Native American cultures were rapidly changing due to the encroachment of European settlers and the US government's assimilation policies. The photograph is a gelatin silver print, a popular photographic process during the early 20th century. The image adds a timeless and historic quality to the portrait, making it a valuable ethnographic and anthropological record of the Plains Owl and the Crow people's culture. The Plains Owl's attire includes a beaded dress, embroidered with intricate designs, and a feather headdress, which is a symbol of power and status within the tribe. The headdress is adorned with various feathers, likely from birds such as eagles or hawks, and the overall effect is one of grandeur and respect for the natural world. This image is an important reminder of the rich cultural heritage of the Plains Owl and the Crow people, and serves as a testament to the artistic and creative traditions that have been passed down through generations. The photograph is now part of the collections at the Library of Congress, where it continues to inspire and educate visitors about the history and diversity of American Indian cultures.
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