CURTIS, Edward (1868-1952), photographer. 19 photogravures of Native American subjects representing various tribes, incl. Cheyenne.

6 volume photogravures on Van Gelder paper: Buffalo Society Animal Dance - Cheyenne. -- Interior of Sun Dance Lodge - Cheyenne. -- Buffalo Dancers, Animal Dance - Cheyenne. -- Siluk, Diomede. -- Calling a Moose - Cree. -- Piegan Dancers.

12 volume photogravures on Japon vellum: Animal Dance - Cheyenne. -- He Fata Yu Society Cheyenne Sun Dance. -- The Peace Officer - Kalispel. -- Sun Dance Lodge - Cheyenne. -- Woman's Costume - Cheyenne. -- Preparatory Lodge Cheyenne Sun Dance. -- Wife of Howling Wolf - Cheyenne. -- Ogalala Child. -- Atsina Crazy Dancers. -- The Dance - Wichita. --In Camp. -- Home Structure, Cape Prince of Wales.

1 volume photogravure on tissue: Modern Dance Costume - Pawnee.

Together, 19 photogravures with with copyright dates between 1907-1928, images approx. 5 1/4 x 7 1/4 in. (9 1/2 x 12 1/2 in. sheet). Condition generally very good, some sheets with toning. Few with light residue or soiling to margins, some with edge and corner wear. Three photogravures hinged at top edge to mounts.

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CURTIS, Edward (1868-1952), photographer. 19 photogravures of Native American subjects representing various tribes, incl. Cheyenne.

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