Middle Calf-Piegan 1900

Edward S. Curtis’s 1900 photograph, "Middle Calf-Piegan," is a classic example of his work documenting Native American culture. The photo features a close-up portrait of a Piegan man wrapped in a blanket, his weathered face etched with the wisdom of years. Curtis, known for his romanticized yet ethnographic approach, captures the individual within the context of his tribe. This photograph, part of Curtis's multi-volume project "The North American Indian," is a testament to the artist’s commitment to preserving the traditions and identity of Indigenous peoples.