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Preparing salmon-Wishram, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Preparing salmon-Wishram, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Preparing salmon-Wishram, c1910. Tlakluit Indian woman, sitting on ground, placing salmon fillets on wood plank, woven reed mat in background, Washington State
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Preparing Salmon - A Glimpse into the Daily Life of a Tlakluit Indian Woman in Washington State, c1910
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In this print captured by renowned photographer Edward Sheriff Curtis, we are transported back to early 20th century America. The image showcases an intimate moment as a Tlakluit Indian woman delicately prepares salmon for cooking.
Seated on the ground with a woven reed mat in the background, the woman skillfully places fillets of salmon onto a wooden plank. Her attire reflects her indigenous heritage, adorned with a headscarf and traditional clothing dress. The intricate headgear she wears adds to her striking profile.
Curtis's lens captures not only the beauty of this domestic chore but also provides us with valuable insights into Native American culture and their subsistence practices. As we observe this scene frozen in time, it is evident that food preparation was not merely about sustenance but also deeply rooted in tradition and community.
The significance of salmon cannot be understated within North American indigenous communities. It symbolizes both nourishment and spiritual connection to nature's abundance. This photograph serves as an anthropological treasure, shedding light on centuries-old customs passed down through generations.
Preserved within the archives of the Library of Congress' Congressional Library collection, Curtis's work continues to educate us about our shared heritage. Through his lens, he immortalizes moments like these – glimpses into daily life that would have otherwise been lost to history.
As we gaze upon this remarkable image from Edward Sheriff Curtis's extensive body of work documenting Native American cultures across North America, we are reminded once again of our interconnectedness with those who came before us – their traditions etched forever within these timeless photographs.
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