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The Hopi maiden, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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The Hopi maiden, c1905. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
The Hopi maiden, c1905. Head-and-shoulders portrait of a Hopi woman, left profile
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This head-and-shoulders portrait, titled "The Hopi Maiden," was captured by renowned American photographer Edward Sheriff Curtis around 1905. The image showcases a young, unmarried Hopi woman from North America, with her left profile gracefully framed against a plain background. The Hopi people are an indigenous community native to the Southwestern United States, and their rich cultural heritage is beautifully represented in this photograph. The woman's traditional Hopi attire includes a simple, colorful dress adorned with intricate patterns, reflecting the deep connection between the Hopi people and the natural world. Her hair is styled in a traditional Hopi hairdo, featuring a prominent butterfly whorl, which is a distinctive feature of Hopi hairstyles. The woman's pierced ears are adorned with elegant squash blossom earrings, adding to her ethereal beauty. Edward Sheriff Curtis, a pioneering figure in anthropology and ethnography, dedicated his career to documenting the lives and traditions of indigenous peoples in North America. His work, including this portrait of the Hopi maiden, is an invaluable record of the rich cultural heritage of the Hopi people and other Native American communities. This photograph, held in the Library of Congress, is a testament to the timeless allure and significance of traditional Native American fashion and the importance of preserving cultural heritage for future generations.
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