The passing of every old man or woman means the passing of some tradition, some knowledge of sacred rites possessed by no other...consequently the information that is to be gathered, for the benefit of future generations, respecting the mode of life of one of the great races of mankind, must be collected at once or the opportunity will be lost for all time.
For every negative that is a disappointment, there is one that is a joy. - Edward S. Curtis
For every negative that is a disappointment, there is one that is a joy.
- Edward S. Curtis
The passing of every old man or woman means the passing of some tradition, some knowledge of sacred rites possessed by no other...consequently the in… - Edward S. Curtis
The passing of every old man or woman means the passing of some tradition, some knowledge of sacred rites possessed by no other...consequently the in…
Fortunately, taking a picture leaves no mark. - Edward S. Curtis
Fortunately, taking a picture leaves no mark.
While primarily a photographer, I do not see or think photographically; hence the story of Indian life will not be told in microscopic detail, but ra… - Edward S. Curtis
While primarily a photographer, I do not see or think photographically; hence the story of Indian life will not be told in microscopic detail, but ra…
I want to make them [American Indians] live forever. It's such a big dream I can't see it all. - Edward S. Curtis
I want to make them [American Indians] live forever. It's such a big dream I can't see it all.
Participation in the dance was entirely voluntary, a mental vow to worship the Mystery in this manner being expressed by a man ardently desiring the … - Edward S. Curtis
Participation in the dance was entirely voluntary, a mental vow to worship the Mystery in this manner being expressed by a man ardently desiring the …
To the oft-asked question, What camera or lens do you use? I can only reply I couldn't tell to save my soul - it is enough for me to know that I have… - Edward S. Curtis
To the oft-asked question, What camera or lens do you use? I can only reply I couldn't tell to save my soul - it is enough for me to know that I have…
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