This is a majestic photograph of a Taos Indian Man. The photograph was taken in 1905 by Edward Curtis.
The Indian's name is Iahla Willow. This man was an inhabitant of the Taos Pueblo in New Mexico. The Taos Pueblo, sometimes referred to as "Pueblo de Taos" has been continuously inhabited for more than one thousand years. The community is situated one mile north of the modern town of Taos, New Mexico. The pueblo is currently inhabited by about 2000 people. In their native tongue, Northern Tiwa, the name of Taos is Tua-tah, which translated is "our village."
The Taos Indians lived in Adobe Homes made of mud bricks. The photograph at left is a majestic image of one of these proud Native Americans. The image captures the strength and dignity of these first Americans in a dramatic fashion.