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Polygamous Mormon pioneer with several wives, Echo City, Utah, c. 1870 (b / w photo)
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Polygamous Mormon pioneer with several wives, Echo City, Utah, c. 1870 (b / w photo)
PNP412190 Polygamous Mormon pioneer with several wives, Echo City, Utah, c.1870 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22406018
© Peter Newark Pictures / Bridgeman Images
Clapboard Clapperboard Group Portrait Mormons Polygamy Spouse Spouses
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This photograph captures a polygamous Mormon pioneer surrounded by his several wives in Echo City, Utah circa 1870. The image showcases the complex dynamics of this religious community, where multiple spouses were not uncommon. The patriarch stands proudly at the center of the group portrait, flanked by his devoted wives who wear modest dresses and bonnets. The composition reveals a sense of unity within this unconventional family structure. Each wife holds a child close to her side, emphasizing their shared responsibility for raising a large brood. The children's presence highlights the growth and future of this tight-knit community. The pioneer's clapboard house serves as an intriguing backdrop to this snapshot into history. Its simple facade reflects the humble lifestyle embraced by these early Mormons as they established themselves in North America. This photograph offers viewers a glimpse into both the personal lives and religious beliefs of these pioneering individuals. It invites contemplation on themes such as faith, tradition, and familial bonds that transcend societal norms. Preserved through time in private collections, this image is now made available to us thanks to Peter Newark Pictures and Bridgeman Images' dedication to preserving historical visual records for educational purposes.
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