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Wishham woman, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Wishham woman, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Wishham woman, c1910. Chinookan Indians: Tlakluit; Washington. Landscape, portrait, woman, full length, facing right, standing, wearing beaded buckskin dress
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This evocative photograph, titled "Wishham woman, c1910," captures the enigmatic beauty of a Chinookan Indian woman named Tlakluit from the Wishram tribe, located in the Columbia River region of Washington State, United States. The image, created by renowned ethnographer and photographer Edward Sheriff Curtis, showcases the woman in a full-length portrait, standing gracefully with her face turned to the right. She is dressed in a traditional buckskin dress, intricately adorned with beads and plaited with braids. The landscape behind her is sparsely populated, emphasizing the connection between the woman and the natural world. Curtis, a pioneer in anthropology and ethnology, dedicated his career to documenting the cultures and traditions of North America's indigenous peoples. His work, which includes this photograph of Tlakluit, is an invaluable record of the rich heritage and history of the Chinookan people and the Echelon-Wishram, Wasco, and Wishram tribes. The photograph, with its timeless composition and hauntingly beautiful subject, serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of preserving and celebrating the diverse cultural traditions of the past. The woman's traditional dress, made of buckskin and adorned with beads, is a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the Chinookan people. The intricate plaiting and braiding of the fabric, as well as the use of natural materials, reflect the deep connection between the people and their environment. The photograph, with its stunning composition and evocative subject matter, continues to captivate viewers and inspire appreciation for the rich cultural heritage of the Chinookan people and the indigenous communities of North America.
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