Edward S. Curtis (1868-1952) - Snake Dancers Entering the Plaza (PDC1799)
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PDC1799
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Description
Width
16″Medium
Photogravure on Japan VellumLength
0.0″Height
12.5″Circa
1921
DETAILS
Photo mat measures 20" x 24". Published in "The North American Indian (1907-1930) v.12, The Hopi" Artist Comments: At the right stand the Antelopes, in front of the booth containing the snake-jars. The Snakes enter the plaza, encircle it four times with military tread, and then after a series of songs remarkable for their irresistible movement, they proceed to dance with the reptiles. Acquired from a private collection in Arizona.
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