Hamatsa Dancer

Hamatsa Dancer

You are viewing an important image of Hamatsa Emerging From Woods. It was taken in 1914 by Edward S. Curtis.

The picture shows Hamatsa shaman, three-quarter length portrait, seated on ground in front of tree, facing front, possessed by supernatural power after having spent several days in the woods as part of an initiation ritual.

We have created this collection of pictures primarily to serve as an easy to access educational tool. Contact curator@old-picture.com.

Image ID# 61727C70
Ref: loc/Edward Curtis Collection

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This Photograph Comes from the Collection:

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And is Part of the Following Theme Groups:

• Indian Ceremonies

• Kwakiutl

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• Portraits