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Tewa Indian guard at top of the kiva stairs, San Ildefonso, New Mexico, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Tewa Indian guard at top of the kiva stairs, San Ildefonso, New Mexico, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Tewa Indian guard at top of the kiva stairs, San Ildefonso, New Mexico, c1905
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This evocative photograph captures a Tewa Indian guard standing vigilantly at the top of the kiva stairs in the San Ildefonso Pueblo, located in Santa Fe County, New Mexico, United States, around 1905. The Kiva, a unique architectural structure of the Ancestral Puebloans and Pueblo Indians, is a subterranean, round, sunken, ceremonial chamber with a central hearth. The guard's serious expression and traditional attire add to the mystical atmosphere of the place of worship. The adobe bricks and mud-brick construction of the kiva are clearly visible in the background, showcasing the rich heritage of the Pueblo people. Edward Sheriff Curtis, a renowned American anthropologist, photographer, and ethnographer, captured this image during his extensive documentation of Native American cultures in the early 20th century. Curtis' work was instrumental in preserving the history and traditions of various indigenous communities, making it an invaluable resource for anthropologists, historians, and scholars. This photograph is a testament to the enduring significance of the Pueblo Indian culture and their connection to their ancestral lands. The image is a full-length portrait of a male guard, standing tall and proud, guarding the entrance to the kiva, which was a crucial role in the ceremonial life of the community. The photograph's timeless quality and the sense of reverence it conveys make it an essential piece of ethnographic and anthropological documentation, as well as a beautiful work of art.
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