Lot 346

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Description:

Edward S. Curtis
(1868 - 1952)
Koskimo Woman, ca. 1914
platinum print
signed lower right: Curtis

Negative Date: 1914
Print Date: ca. 1914
Koskimo, Northwest

This portrait shows a woman from the Koskimo tribe cloaked in a cedar-bark cape, which is worn for protection from the rain. This platinum print has a very pleasing sepia hue and a full tonal range, which the platinum process is known for. In addition, the original paper mount and strong ink signature make this an excellent example of Curtis' exhibition quality platinum prints.

    Provenance:
  • Edward S. Curtis Studio, Seattle
    Private Collection(s)
    The Christopher G. Cardozo Collection 2000

    Publication History - Image:
    "Sacred Legacy: Edward S. Curtis and the North American Indian, Simon & Schuster, 2000, Page 179
    The North American Indian (1907-1930), Portfolio 10, Plate 354
    The North American Indian Republication Custom Edition, Christopher Cardozo Fine Art, 2014, Portfolio Volume 3, Plate 354
    The North American Indian Republication Reference Edition, Christopher Cardozo Fine Art, 2017, Portfolio Volume 2, Plate 354"
  • Dimensions:
  • 16 x 12 in. (40.6 x 30.5 cm.), Mount: 19 1/2 x 15 1/8 in. (49.5 x 38.4 cm.), Frame: 32 5/8 x 26 5/8 x 3/4 in. (82.9 x 67.6 x 1.9 cm.)
  • Artist Name:
  • Edward S. Curtis
  • Medium:
  • platinum print
  • Condition:
  • This print is in excellent condition overall. The original mount is in very good condition overall with one minor tear at the margin edge that has been stabilized on the verso with mending tape. Minor retouching with watercolor pigments.

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