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Poster Print : Fasting, 1907, c1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Fasting, 1907, c1907. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Fasting, 1907, c1907. Teton Sioux Indian performing vision cry ceremony through fasting and chanting to the Great Mystery
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Anthropology Curtis Edward Sheriff Curtis Edwards Dakota Edward Sheriff Curtis Edwards Curtis Ethnography Ethnology Fasting First Nation First Nations North America North American Plain Plains Simple Sioux Spiritual Spirituality Tribal Culture Visual Young Man
18x24 inch Poster Print
Experience the rich cultural heritage of the past with our stunning Edward Sheriff Curtis's Poster Print of 'Fasting, 1907'. This captivating image showcases a Teton Sioux Indian deeply engaged in a vision cry ceremony, a spiritual practice involving fasting and chanting to the Great Mystery. Curtis's masterful photography brings the essence of this significant moment in time to life, transporting you back to a bygone era. Add this beautiful and thought-provoking print to your home or office to inspire reflection and appreciation for the enduring traditions of Native American culture.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Fasting," captured by Edward Sheriff Curtis in 1907, presents a profound and evocative image of a Teton Sioux Indian in the midst of a vision cry ceremony. The young man, dressed in a simple, traditional outfit, stands in a windswept plain, his profile turned towards the viewer. His intense focus is fixed on the heavens, where clouds gather ominously, reflecting the complex interplay between the natural world and the spiritual realm. The Teton Sioux, also known as the Lakota or Teton Dakota, are a Native American tribe from the Great Plains of North America. This image offers a glimpse into their rich cultural heritage, as the young man engages in a deeply spiritual practice. Fasting and chanting were essential components of the vision cry ceremony, through which the individual sought guidance and communion with the Great Mystery. Edward Sheriff Curtis, a pioneering American anthropologist and photographer, documented the lives and traditions of various Native American tribes during the early 20th century. His work, which includes thousands of photographs, films, and ethnographic records, has become a crucial resource for understanding the indigenous peoples of North America and their diverse histories. This photograph, held in the Library of Congress, is a poignant reminder of the resilience and spiritual depth of Native American cultures, even in the face of significant historical challenges. The image invites us to reflect on the enduring connection between the human spirit and the natural world, as well as the importance of preserving the cultural heritage of indigenous communities.
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