Arikara Girl 1908

Edward S. Curtis's 1908 photogravure "Arikara Girl" is a striking portrait of a young Native American woman. The subject is depicted in profile, her gaze directed downwards, wearing traditional clothing adorned with intricate beadwork and shell ornaments. Curtis was known for his meticulously composed photographs of Indigenous peoples, often portraying them in a romanticized and idealized light. This image, now housed at the Art Institute of Chicago, is a powerful testament to the beauty and dignity of Native American culture.