CURTIS, Edward S. (1868-1952), photographer. At the Old Well in Acoma.

8 x 10 in. orotone. Housed in original arts and crafts gesso and wood batwing frame. Signed by Curtis lower left in negative.

Provenance: Gifted by Edward Curtis to the consignor's family, who resided in Seattle, Washington and lived across the street from Curtis. The consignor relates that Curtis came over many Christmases, gifting the family with a new image each year. The consignor's grandmother was also photographed by Curtis as a child, and her portrait is offered as Lot 583 in the current auction.

Private Collection of Bob and Emily Vincent, Scottsdale, AZ

Orotone very good. Some chipping and areas of surface loss to frame.

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American Historical Ephemera and Photography

CURTIS, Edward S. (1868-1952), photographer. At the Old Well in Acoma.

American Historical Ephemera and Photography

CURTIS, Edward S. (1868-1952), photographer. At the Old Well in Acoma.

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