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Substitute sacred head-dress-Piegan, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Substitute sacred head-dress-Piegan, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Substitute sacred head-dress-Piegan, c1910. Piegan woman, half-length portrait, seated, facing front, wearing headdress made of ermine tails, feathers, and bunches of grass
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This photograph, titled "Substitute Sacred Head-dress-Piegan, c1910," showcases a Piegan woman in a striking half-length portrait. The woman, dressed in traditional attire, sits facing the camera with a solemn expression. Her headdress, a blend of ermine tails, feathers, and bunches of grass, rests atop her head, adding an air of regality and spiritual significance to the image. The Piegan people, also known as the Blackfeet, are part of the Algonquian language family and are indigenous to the Blackfoot Confederacy in the northern plains of Montana, United States. This photograph, taken by renowned American ethnographer and photographer Edward Sheriff Curtis, offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Piegan people during the early 20th century. Curtis, a pioneer in the fields of anthropology and ethnology, dedicated his life to documenting the lives and traditions of indigenous peoples in North America. This photograph, which was likely taken for his influential book "The North American Indian," is a testament to his commitment to preserving the history and culture of indigenous communities. The woman in the photograph wears a "substitute sacred head-dress," which was created for use in ceremonial dances and parades, as the traditional sacred head-dresses were often kept hidden from outsiders. The use of ermine tails and feathers in the headdress is a nod to the importance of these animals in Piegan culture, while the bunches of grass represent the connection to the land and the natural world. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the rich cultural heritage of the Piegan people and the importance of preserving the traditions and stories of indigenous communities. It is a valuable addition to the ethnographic record and a testament to the enduring legacy of Edward Sheriff Curtis' work.
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