Call NumberX-34034CreatorCurtis, Edward S., 1868-1952SummarySheep graze in a grassy meadow near eroded sandstone rock formations.Physical Description1 photomechanical print : photogravure, brown ink ; 36 x 44 cm (14 x 17 in.) on sheet 57 x 45 cm (22 1/2 x 18 in.)Born-Digital or AnalogAnalogSubjectIndians of North America--Subsistence activitiesNavajo Indians--Subsistence activitiesGrazingSheepSheepGeographic AreaNew SouthwestCollectionPhotographs - Western HistoryRelated MaterialImage file: ZZR710034034Type of MaterialPhotogravuresDigital Version Created FromNorth American Indian : v. 1, plate no. 33.Original Material Found in CollectionThe North American Indian, v. 1. The Apache, the Jicarillas, the Navaho.NotesCondition: edges worn. Description by Edward S. Curtis: "The Navaho might as well be called the "Keepers of Flocks". Their sheep are of the greatest importance to their existence, and in the care and management of their flocks they exhibit a thrift not to be found in the average tribe."; Original photogravure produced in Boston by John Andrew & Son, c1904. Title reproduced in photogravure. Photogravure print on Van Gelder Holland paper. R7100340346PublisherE.S. CurtisLanguageeng
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