Edward S. Curtis (1868-1952)

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Edward S. Curtis - Ogalala Child - Vintage Photogravure - Volume, 12.5 x 9.5 inches - When a young woman gave her consent to marry her relatives would bring to her an elk-toothed dress, beaded moccasins, and leggings all of the things considered necessary for a married woman. The young Ogalala girl pictured here by Edward Curtis is wearing an example of the elk toothed dress and beaded moccasins that showed wealth and status in her tribe. <br> <br> This photogravure was taken in 1907 by Edward S. Curtis. The piece was printed on Dutch Van Gelder and is available for sale in out Aspen Art Gallery. <br> <br>Provenance: Original Subscription Set #59. George D. Barron, Rye, NY
Title:
Ogalala Child
Date:
1907
Size:
Volume, 12.5 x 9.5 inches
Medium:
Vintage Photogravure
 
When a young woman gave her consent to marry her relatives would bring to her an elk-toothed dress, beaded moccasins, and leggings all of the things considered necessary for a married woman. The young Ogalala girl pictured here by Edward Curtis is wearing an example of the elk toothed dress and beaded moccasins that showed wealth and status in her tribe.

This photogravure was taken in 1907 by Edward S. Curtis. The piece was printed on Dutch Van Gelder and is available for sale in out Aspen Art Gallery.

Provenance: Original Subscription Set #59. George D. Barron, Rye, NY
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