Books and Manuscripts

1904, printed later. Gelatin silver border print. Signed by Curtis, bottom right, "Curtis/L.A."; signed in the negative, bottom left, "Copyright 1904/By E.S. Curtis x 1013." Image, 5 5/8 x 7 5/8 in. (143 x 194 mm), on 10 7/8 x 13 in. (276 x 330 mm) sheet. Pinholes in three corners of sheet and folder; scattered light wear. Mounted along top edge, in original presentation folder, 11 1/4 x 13 1/4 (286 x 336 mm).

A striking print of one of Curtis's most renowned and powerful images. Canyon de Chelly, located in Northeastern Arizona, is considered one of the most sacred places for the Navajo.

Curtis printed his images in a variety of photographic methods. The above "border" print is a gelatin silver print, printed on paper. They were typically made for sales and exhibitions, and are named for their distinct gray borders.