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Pounding fish-Wishram, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
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Pounding fish-Wishram, c1910. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Pounding fish-Wishram, c1910. Tlakluit woman seated with mortar and pestle
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This photograph, titled "Pounding fish-Wishram, c1910" by Edward Sheriff Curtis, offers a glimpse into the daily life of a Tlakluit woman from the Wishram tribe of the Columbia River region in North America during the early 1900s. The image shows the woman in a focused and determined posture as she pounds fish in a large mortar using a pestle. Her traditional attire, including a braided headscarf, headgear, and a long, plaited skirt, adds to the ethnographic and cultural significance of the photograph. Edward Sheriff Curtis, a renowned American anthropologist and photographer, captured this moment of subsistence cooking with exceptional detail and sensitivity. The woman's direct gaze and the intimate setting of the scene create an authentic and engaging connection between the viewer and the subject. The photograph is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the indigenous peoples of North America and their daily chores, which were essential for their survival. The use of traditional tools such as the mortar and pestle, which can be seen in the foreground, further emphasizes the importance of these practices in the daily life of the Tlakluit people. This photograph, now held in the Library of Congress, is a valuable resource for anthropologists, ethnographers, and historians studying the customs and traditions of indigenous communities in North America during the early 20th century. The image also serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving and celebrating the diverse cultural heritage of the world.
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