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A Sarsi kitchen, c1927. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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A Sarsi kitchen, c1927. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
A Sarsi kitchen, c1927. Sarsi woman cooking over campfire, Alberta, Canada
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Alberta Canada Camp Fire Campfire Cookery Cooking Cooking Pot Cooking Pots Curtis Edward Sheriff Curtis Edwards Domestic Life Edward Sheriff Curtis Edwards Curtis Indigenous People Kitchen North American Indian Pipkin Pots White And Black
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This evocative photograph, titled "A Sarsi Kitchen" by Edward Sheriff Curtis, captures a moment of domestic life among the Sarsi people in the early 1920s. The image, taken in Alberta, Canada, shows a Sarsi woman in traditional clothing, seated cross-legged beside a campfire. She holds a long-handled cooking pot over the flames, stirring the contents with a wooden spoon. The fire crackles and smokes, casting an orange glow over the scene. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of the Sarsi people during this period, highlighting their connection to the land and their reliance on traditional cooking methods. The use of a campfire for cooking was a common practice among Indigenous communities in North America, particularly those living in more rural or nomadic settings. Edward Sheriff Curtis, an American photographer and ethnographer, is known for his extensive documentation of Native American cultures during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This photograph, taken in the 1920s, is a testament to his commitment to preserving the heritage and history of Indigenous peoples in the United States and Canada. The image is rich in detail, from the intricately beaded clothing of the Sarsi woman to the various pots and utensils surrounding the fire. The photograph invites us to consider the stories and traditions that lie behind this simple yet powerful scene, and serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving the cultural heritage of Indigenous communities.
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