Hamasaka Tluwulahu Costume

Hamasaka, a Kwakiutl chief

You are looking at a beautiful picture of Hamasaka Tluwulahu Costume With Speakers. It was taken in 1914 by Edward S. Curtis.

The picture presents Hamasaka, a Kwakiutl chief, three-quarter length portrait, standing, facing front, wearing blanket ornamented with buttons, holding ceremonial staff and a shaman's rattle.

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Image ID# EF3E770C
Ref: loc/Edward Curtis Collection

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This Photograph Comes from the Collection:

• Indians

And is Part of the Following Theme Groups:

• Indian Ceremonies

• Indian Clothing and Dress

• Kwakiutl

• Native Americans

• Portraits