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The terraced houses of Zuni, c1903. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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The terraced houses of Zuni, c1903. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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This photograph, titled "The Terraced Houses of Zuni" by Edward Sheriff Curtis, offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Pueblo Indian community in New Mexico, United States of America, around the turn of the 20th century. The image portrays a stunning landscape of adobe terraced houses nestled against the rugged cliffs of the Zuni Indian Reservation in North America. The dwellings, constructed from mud bricks, exhibit the traditional Pueblo architectural style, with their distinct flat roofs and narrow windows. The terraced design allows for efficient use of the scarce arable land and provides a sense of community and unity among the residents. Edward Sheriff Curtis, an ethnographer and photographer, captured this image during his extensive documentation of Native American cultures and traditions. The photograph is a testament to the resilience and ingenuity of the Zuni people, who have maintained their unique way of life for centuries. The Terraced Houses of Zuni is an invaluable resource for anthropologists, ethnologists, and historians, offering insights into the daily lives and cultural practices of the Pueblo Indians during the early 1900s. The photograph is also an aesthetic masterpiece, with its intricate details and timeless composition, making it a must-have for any collection focusing on American Indian heritage, landscape photography, or the study of traditional architecture.
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