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Bull Chief-Apsaroke, c1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Bull Chief-Apsaroke, c1908. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Bull Chief-Apsaroke, c1908. Bull Chief, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing front, wearing headdress with horns
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1908 Absaroka American West Anthropology Apsaalooke Apsaroke Chief Crow Crow People Curtis Edward Sheriff Curtis Edwards Edward Sheriff Curtis Edwards Curtis Ethnography Ethnology Horned Horns Indians Indigenous People Montana Montana United States Of America North America North American Photographic Plains Indian Tribal Tribe Tribesman Tribespeople Typical Head Dress
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This striking photograph captures the powerful gaze of Bull Chief, a prominent leader of the Apsaroke, also known as the Crow people, in the early 1900s. The portrait, taken by renowned ethnographer Edward Sheriff Curtis in 1908, presents Bull Chief in traditional attire, wearing an intricately designed headdress adorned with horns. The image offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Crow Nation, who inhabited the Montana region of North America. Bull Chief's portrait is an essential contribution to the anthropological record of the American West during the 20th century. The photograph, which captures the subject looking directly at the camera, provides a window into the past, allowing us to connect with the history and traditions of the Crow people. The headdress, with its distinctive horns, is a symbol of power and status within the Crow community, and Bull Chief's regal bearing underscores his position as a respected leader. The image, held in the Library of Congress, is a testament to the importance of preserving the history and traditions of indigenous peoples. It serves as a reminder of the diverse and complex cultures that have shaped the American landscape and continues to inspire appreciation for the richness and complexity of human history.
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