Tsunukwa Kwaustums

Totem Pole

You are viewing an important image of Tsunukwa Kwaustums. It was taken in 1914 by Edward S. Curtis.

The picture shows A Dzoonokwa (or Tsunukwa) totem pole measuring over 20 feet tall, depicting a figure with hands outstretched to receive dowry from the wife's family.

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Image ID# F8A6CD07

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This Photograph Comes from the Collection:

• Indians

And is Part of the Following Theme Groups:

• Native Americans

• Totem Poles