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Tolowa dancing head-dress, c1923. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Tolowa dancing head-dress, c1923. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Tolowa dancing head-dress, c1923. Sam Lopez, head-and-shoulders portrait, wearing Tolowa costume including a redheaded woodpecker scalp headress and strings of dentalium shell beads, holding a traditional painted bow and an obsidian blade, a sign of wealth
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This photograph, taken by the renowned ethnographer Edward Sheriff Curtis in the 1920s, showcases Sam Lopez, a Tolowa man, proudly wearing a traditional Tolowa head-dress during a dance performance. The intricately designed headpiece is adorned with a red-headed woodpecker scalp, a symbol of power and prestige among the Tolowa people. The head-dress is also embellished with strings of dentalium shell beads, which were highly valued for their rarity and beauty. Sam Lopez complements his headpiece with a painted bow and an obsidian blade, both of which were essential tools for hunting and warfare in the Tolowa culture. The bow and arrow were used for both hunting and protection, while the obsidian blade was a sign of wealth and status. The Tolowa people are an indigenous group from the northwestern coast of California, and their traditional clothing and accessories were an integral part of their cultural heritage. The intricate beadwork and embroidery on Sam Lopez's costume reflect the rich artistic traditions of the Tolowa people. This photograph, taken by Edward Sheriff Curtis, provides a glimpse into the past and offers a window into the vibrant and diverse cultural heritage of the Tolowa people. The image is a testament to the resilience and strength of indigenous communities and their continued connection to their ancestral traditions.
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