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Wishham (i.e. Wishram) girl, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Wishham (i.e. Wishram) girl, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Wishham (i.e. Wishram) girl, c1910. Tlakluit woman, half-length portrait, facing front, wearing a heavily beaded buckskin dress, several necklaces, beads, shells, dentalium-shell nose ornament and a headdress of beads and hollow-centered Chinese coins
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Wishham (Wishram) girl," was taken by renowned American photographer Edward Sheriff Curtis around 1910. The image showcases a young Tlakluit woman, a member of the Chinook tribe residing near the Columbia River in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. The girl is depicted in a half-length portrait, facing the camera with an enchanting expression. Her traditional attire is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the indigenous people of the area. She wears a heavily beaded buckskin dress, adorned with intricate beadwork and embroidery, which was a labor-intensive process that required great skill and patience. The dress is accessorized with several necklaces made of beads, shells, and dentalium-shells, as well as a nose ornament of hollow-centered Chinese coins. The girl's headdress, also made of beads and coins, adds to the grandeur of her appearance. The use of Chinese coins as currency among North American indigenous peoples is a fascinating example of the complex trade networks that existed between different cultures during that time. The photograph is a valuable historical record of the traditional clothing and accessories worn by indigenous peoples of the Pacific Northwest during the early 20th century. It is a reminder of the rich cultural heritage that continues to inspire and influence contemporary fashion and art." This photograph is part of the extensive collection of the Library of Congress, Washington D.C., and is a testament to the important role that photography played in documenting the lives and cultures of indigenous peoples during the early 20th century. The image is not to be used for commercial purposes.
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