Onderdeel van een ruïne van een rotswoning in Mesa Verde National Park before 1893

This black and white photograph, taken by Gustaf Nordenskiöld before 1893, depicts a ruined cliff dwelling in Mesa Verde National Park. Nordenskiöld, a Swedish explorer and photographer, documented the ancient Puebloan ruins in Mesa Verde, capturing the architectural ingenuity of the Ancestral Pueblo people. This image offers a glimpse into the complex construction of their dwellings, highlighting the importance of preservation and understanding of this rich cultural heritage. The image is a valuable historical artifact, offering insight into the lives and culture of the Ancestral Puebloan people.