Native Populations Of The Americas Collection

Close-up of the hand of an Indian of the Hupa tribe or village holding divination rods, 1923 (photomechanic print)
3572416 Close-up of the hand of an Indian of the Hupa tribe or village holding divination rods, 1923 (photomechanic print); (add.info.: America 1923 Photographer: Curtis)

Full-length portrait of two Mexican musicians in uniform, 1870 (print on double-weight paper)
3561464 Full-length portrait of two Mexican musicians in uniform, 1870 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: Mexico 1870 - 1900 Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence

Mexicans at a fountain, 1910 (print on double-weight paper)
3562954 Mexicans at a fountain, 1910 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: Mexico 1910 ca. Photographer: Waite, Photo); Alinari Archives, Florence

A woman selling food stuffs on a street in Mexico, 1905 (print on double-weight paper)
3562953 A woman selling food stuffs on a street in Mexico, 1905 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: Mexico 1905 ca. Photographer: Waite, Photo); Alinari Archives, Florence

Lazador or a Mexican cowpuncher, 1905 (print on double-weight paper)
3562950 Lazador or a Mexican cowpuncher, 1905 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: Mexico 1905 ca. Photographer: Waite, Photo); Alinari Archives, Florence

Studio portrait of an American Indian, 1900-1910 (print on double-weight paper)
3562918 Studio portrait of an American Indian, 1900-1910 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: America 1900-1910 ca. Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence

Costume of a indigene chief of the Jauapiry tribe, Brazil, c.1888-90, (b/w photo)
3585200 Costume of a indigene chief of the Jauapiry tribe, Brazil, c.1888-90, (b/w photo); (add.info.: print on double-weight paper Photographer: Ferrez, Marc); Alinari Archives, Florence

Brazil house, 1880 (print on double-weight paper)
3566820 Brazil house, 1880 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: Brazil 1880 ca. Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence

Group portrait of a community in South America, 1870 (print on double-weight paper)
3566819 Group portrait of a community in South America, 1870 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: America 1870 Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence

American Indian chief, 1900-1910 (print on double-weight paper)
3562916 American Indian chief, 1900-1910 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: America 1900-1910 ca. Photographer: Vik, O. A.); Alinari Archives, Florence

Half-length portrait of a young native woman of Cuzco in ethnic dress, 1940-1950 (print on double-weight paper)
3570929 Half-length portrait of a young native woman of Cuzco in ethnic dress, 1940-1950 (print on double-weight paper) by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Cuzco, Peru 1940-1950 ca)

Young Indian in traditional clothing, 1870 (print on double-weight paper)
3566147 Young Indian in traditional clothing, 1870 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: South America, America 1870-1880 ca. Photographer: Houseworth); Alinari Archives, Florence

Portrait of a Mexican child, 1905 (print on double-weight paper)
3562951 Portrait of a Mexican child, 1905 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: Mexico 1905 ca. Photographer: Waite, Photo); Alinari Archives, Florence

Rows of palms at the entrance to the Botanical Gardens in Rio de Janeiro, in Brazil
3570567 Rows of palms at the entrance to the Botanical Gardens in Rio de Janeiro, in Brazil, 1870 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: Rio de Janeiro, Botanical Garden, Brazil 1870 ca)

Close-up of an American Indian boy of the Klamath tribe or village. He is wearing a fur hat with applied acorns
3572417 Close-up of an American Indian boy of the Klamath tribe or village. He is wearing a fur hat with applied acorns and feathers and wears his hair in two pony tails

Tepee in Gleichen, Canada, 1901-02, 1901-1902 (print on double-weight paper)
3561599 Tepee in Gleichen, Canada, 1901-02, 1901-1902 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: Canada 31/07/1901 - 05/04/1902 Photographer: Gurney Barclay, J.;Buxton, Leonard); Alinari Archives

Portrait of a group of peruvian natives of Cuzco in ethnic dress, 1940-1950 (print on double-weight paper)
3570931 Portrait of a group of peruvian natives of Cuzco in ethnic dress, 1940-1950 (print on double-weight paper) by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Cuzco, Peru 1940-1950 ca)

Portrait of a young native of Cuzco in ethnic dress, 1940-1950 (print on double-weight paper)
3570928 Portrait of a young native of Cuzco in ethnic dress, 1940-1950 (print on double-weight paper) by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Cuzco, Peru 1940-1950 ca)

Portrait of a group of Mexican men in traditional dress stopped in front of a refreshment counter
3561467 Portrait of a group of Mexican men in traditional dress stopped in front of a refreshment counter. The two on the left have two odd-shaped sacks with them

Studio portrait of a black boxer in an action pose, 1900-1910 (print on double-weight paper)
3560706 Studio portrait of a black boxer in an action pose, 1900-1910 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: Italy 1900 - 1910 ca. Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence

A Mexican weaver woman at work, 1905 (print on double-weight paper)
3562952 A Mexican weaver woman at work, 1905 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: Mexico 1905 ca. Photographer: Waite, Photo); Alinari Archives, Florence

Laplander family in traditional costume, 1880 (print on double-weight paper)
3562345 Laplander family in traditional costume, 1880 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: America 1880 - 1890 ca. Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence

Close-up of an old North American Indian seen from the front, 1923 (photomechanic print)
3572414 Close-up of an old North American Indian seen from the front, 1923 (photomechanic print); (add.info.: United States 1923 Photographer: Curtis, Edward Sheriff); Alinari Archives, Florence

Three Mexicans, one of whom is wearing a large sombrero, under a street lamp next to the statue of Charles IV in Mexico
3572385 Three Mexicans, one of whom is wearing a large sombrero, under a street lamp next to the statue of Charles IV in Mexico City, 1890 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: Mexico City)

Young American Indian of the Hupa tribe or village fishing salmon using a long stick
3572412 Young American Indian of the Hupa tribe or village fishing salmon using a long stick. He wears an animal skin tied around his loins

Port-Lemon Bay, Costa Rica, 1890 (print on double-weight paper)
3568440 Port-Lemon Bay, Costa Rica, 1890 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: Port-Lemon, Costa Rica 1890-1899 ca. Photographer: Caney); Alinari Archives, Florence

Portrait of an Indian Chief, 1890 (print on double-weight paper)
3566997 Portrait of an Indian Chief, 1890 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: America 1890-1900 ca. Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence

Portrait of a young Peruvian woman, 1870 (print on double-weight paper)
3566967 Portrait of a young Peruvian woman, 1870 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: Peru 1870 ca. Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence

Portrait of two young natives of Cuzco in ethnic dress, 1940-1950 (print on double-weight paper)
3570930 Portrait of two young natives of Cuzco in ethnic dress, 1940-1950 (print on double-weight paper) by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Cuzco, Peru 1940-1950 ca)

Half-length portrait of a young native woman of Cuzco in ethnic dress, 1940-1950 (print on double-weight paper)
3570926 Half-length portrait of a young native woman of Cuzco in ethnic dress, 1940-1950 (print on double-weight paper) by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Cuzco, Peru 1940-1950 ca)

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Native women of Ocongate, Per Peru Ocongate. Date of Photograph:1950 ca

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A couple of natives in Pisac, Per Peru Pisac. Date of Photograph:1950 ca

Children in Puente Maldonado Argentina Puente Maldonado. Date of Photograph:1890-1899 ca

"Carpas de Chinos". Shanty-town near Buenos Aires Argentina Buenos Aires, environs. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Plaza San Martin, Buenos Aires Argentina Buenos Aires, Plaza San Martin. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Argentinians during a wild game hunt and butchering of the meat Argentina. Date of Photograph:1890-1900 ca

A family of Argentinian Indians united around the fire for lunch Argentina. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Argentinian cowboys during the hunting of wild game and butchering of the meat Argentina. Date of Photograph:1890-1900 ca

"Aguatero". A water vendor with his cart, Buenos Aires Argentina Buenos Aires. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Little Argentinian girls in the field near their house Argentina. Date of Photograph:1890-1900 ca

Farmers in the Buenos Aires countryside Argentina Buenos Aires, environs. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Argentinian peasants having a party Argentina. Date of Photograph:1890-1900 ca

Argentinian girl with a parrot Argentina. Date of Photograph:1890-1900 ca

Some men strolling on Avenue Sermiento di Palermo, Buenos Aires Argentina Buenos Aires, Palermi, Viale Sermiento. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

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A quarter of the periphery of Santa F Argentina Santa F. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Young Cheyenne woman United States. Date of Photograph:1880 ca

Portrait of two young Indian women United States. Date of Photograph:1880 ca

Portrait of a woman in squaw dress United States Pennsylvania, Philadelphia. Date of Photograph:1880 ca

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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Native Populations in the Americas" Embarking on a journey through the diverse landscapes of the Americas, we encounter captivating glimpses into the lives of native populations. As our plane touches down at the foot of Bolivia's majestic mountains, two children and their loyal dog greet us with wide-eyed curiosity, embodying a spirit deeply rooted in this ancient land. Further south, in Peru, a resilient family traverses a planeland near Machu Picchu, connecting with their ancestral heritage amidst breathtaking ruins. The old portico in Argentina's city of Salta stands as a testament to centuries-old traditions and cultural resilience that have shaped this vibrant nation. In Brazil's Bahia region, streets come alive during February's festival honoring Yemanja - the siren goddess who symbolizes strength and femininity. A colorful tribute unfolds before our eyes as locals celebrate her divine presence with music and dance. Venturing north along Brazil's coast lies Fortaleza where a rod fisherman casts his line against pink sands. This serene scene captures both nature's bounty and man's harmonious relationship with it - an essence found among indigenous communities throughout Amazonia and Guayana. Deep within Bolivia resides Companionship of Jesus Mission; here we find solace in witnessing devotion as Christ is tenderly laid to rest from his cross. Such sacred rituals echo across generations, preserving spiritual customs integral to these native populations' identity. Yet even amidst bustling cities like New York City, echoes of diversity persist. Two women stroll through snow-covered streets during an unexpected spring snowfall - reminding us that cultures intertwine seamlessly even far from their origins. Across borders into Switzerland emerges another fascinating fusion: gauchos showcasing their equestrian prowess at an enthralling Argentina-Brazil polo tournament held in Saint Moritz. Horses gallop alongside skilled jockeys representing both nations' rich equestrian heritage while bridging continents.