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Series Title: The North American Indian: being a series of Portfolios picturing and describing the Indians of the United States, the Dominion of Canada, and Alaska

Portfolio VIII, Plate 266: Nez Percé Babe

1905

Edward S. Curtis

(American, 1868–1952)
published by

The University Press

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Culture
America
Medium
photogravure
Credit Line
Presented by Mrs. James H. Hoyt, Elton Hoyt, II, and Mrs. Amasa Stone Mather in memory of James H. Hoyt 1995.203.28.11
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A sepia-toned photogravure depicts a Nez Percé infant secured in a tall cradleboard. Only the child's face, with a steady gaze, peers from a rounded hood. The board's flat, arched top features three floral motifs above hanging leaves. The baby is encased in a leather wrap with crisscross lacing and tiered beaded necklaces. To the left, a geometric-patterned strap rests against the dark, shadowy background.

Portfolio VIII, Plate 266: Nez Percé Babe

1905

Edward S. Curtis, The University Press

(American, 1868–1952)
America

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