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#348mm

The Bowman--Nootka c1910.
Curtis, Edward S., 1868-1952
1 photographic print. | Rear view of Indian standing on rock in water and aiming arrow.

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https://www.loc.gov/item/96515429/

The image is a black-and-white photograph showing an individual, likely from the Nootka culture in British Columbia during the early 19th century. The person stands on a rock in calm waters and is drawn back with a bow, aiming it as if preparing to shoot an arrow into the distance. They wear minimal clothing—a brown sleeveless garment that reveals their upper body—and have long hair tied up away from their face. Their legs are barefooted, emphasizing the simplicity of life during this period.

The background features what appears to be forested land across a broad expanse of water, suggesting a remote or wilderness setting. The photograph carries historical significance and reflects on indigenous practices before widespread European contact in North America. This particular image is part of a collection named "The Bowman—Nootka c1910," which provides further context about its cultural origin.

This photographic print measures 235 mm by 348 mm, indicating it's likely intended for display or archiving purposes rather than mass reproduction at the time. Edward S. Curtis (1868-1952) is renowned as a photographer who documented Native American cultures through his extensive work in ethno-photography during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, making this image an important piece of cultural heritage for understanding historical indigenous communities.

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