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A Navajo man, head-and-shoulders portrait, wearing blanket and headband, facing front, c1904. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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A Navajo man, head-and-shoulders portrait, wearing blanket and headband, facing front, c1904. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
A Navajo man, head-and-shoulders portrait, wearing blanket and headband, facing front, c1904
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This striking head-and-shoulders portrait captures the intense gaze of a Navajo man, dressed in traditional attire, taken by renowned ethnographer Edward Sheriff Curtis around 1904. The Navajo man, identified as Naabeeho, wears a wool blanket draped over his shoulders and a headband adorned with feathers and beads, typical of the Navajo people's cultural heritage. His facial hair, consisting of a moustache and goatee, adds to his distinctive appearance. During the early 20th century, Curtis traveled extensively throughout North America, documenting the lives and customs of various indigenous communities, including the Navajo. His work, which focused on anthropology and ethnology, aimed to preserve the traditions and cultures of these communities before they were lost to the encroaching modern world. The direct gaze of the Navajo man in this portrait adds an air of authenticity and intimacy, inviting the viewer to connect with him and his culture. The black-and-white photograph, with its high contrast and sharp focus, showcases the intricate details of his clothing and facial features, making it a valuable historical record of the Navajo people's rich heritage. This portrait, now held in the Library of Congress, is a testament to the importance of preserving cultural traditions and the role of photography in documenting history. It also serves as a reminder of the diverse and vibrant indigenous communities that have shaped the cultural landscape of North America.
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