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Corn grinders in the foreground
Filename: 190-3807.jpg
Size: 3744 x 5606 (3.3MB)
Date: 28th August 2008
Source: WorldInPrint
Credit: Walter Rawlings/Robert Harding
© Robert Harding 2008 - All Rights Reserved
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Corn grinders in the foreground
Corn grinders in the foreground, rubbish of great historic value tipped down slope on left, Betatakin Indians 1250-1300 AD, Metates, Arizona, United States of America (U.S.A.), North America
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Media ID 1210020
© Robert Harding 2008 - All Rights Reserved
Arizona Native American Native American Culture Preceding Southwest Americas Archeological Site
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print by Walter Rawlings/Robert Harding takes us back in time to the ancient Betatakin Indian civilization that thrived between 1250 and 1300 AD in Arizona, United States of America. In the foreground, we see corn grinders, a vital tool for this Native American culture known for their agricultural practices. However, what truly captures our attention is the rubbish of great historic value tipped down the slope on the left. This glimpse into their past reveals remnants of everyday life and offers a unique insight into their society's habits and activities. It serves as a reminder that even discarded objects can hold immense significance when it comes to understanding history. The photograph showcases an archaeological site rich with ruins from this once-thriving civilization. The metates scattered around further emphasize their advanced techniques in food processing and preparation. As we take in this vertical image framed against the stunning backdrop of Arizona's Southwest landscape, we are transported to a different era - one where these lands were inhabited by indigenous people who shaped them through their ingenuity and resourcefulness. This print invites us to appreciate not only the beauty of nature but also the cultural heritage embedded within these ancient sites. It encourages us to explore travel destinations like Betatakin and immerse ourselves in North America's rich native history.
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