A Walpi Man - The Vanishing Culture
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A Walpi Man
The Vanishing Culture
17" X 24"
The strong, proud and dignified look of this Walpi, Hopi Indian (possibly a chief) became even more distinct when further research revealed that, just days before this photo was taken, this man’s tribe was disbanded, his family relocated, and his children taken away to an orphanage. The soaring eagle blending with his headband and facial features is symbolic of his close bond with nature. The other ‘hidden images’ of running horses and flying eagles suggests the vanishing state of his way of life. Yet, in his eyes one feels an inner strength and honor that cannot be erased but rather inspires and leaves a vivid, indelible mark.
Walpi is the most well known of the Hopi villages of First (East) Mesa, Arizona.
This portrait drawing was inspired by the photograph, A Walpi Man by Edward S Curtis (1868-1952) Curtis is one of the best-known photographers of Native Americans. He devoted 30 years during the beginning of the 20th century to documenting the customs and lifestyle of more than 80 Native American tribes taking roughly 40,000 photographs. Through his photography, he captured the beauty and intricacies of Indian life.
The Vanishing Culture
17" X 24"
The strong, proud and dignified look of this Walpi, Hopi Indian (possibly a chief) became even more distinct when further research revealed that, just days before this photo was taken, this man’s tribe was disbanded, his family relocated, and his children taken away to an orphanage. The soaring eagle blending with his headband and facial features is symbolic of his close bond with nature. The other ‘hidden images’ of running horses and flying eagles suggests the vanishing state of his way of life. Yet, in his eyes one feels an inner strength and honor that cannot be erased but rather inspires and leaves a vivid, indelible mark.
Walpi is the most well known of the Hopi villages of First (East) Mesa, Arizona.
This portrait drawing was inspired by the photograph, A Walpi Man by Edward S Curtis (1868-1952) Curtis is one of the best-known photographers of Native Americans. He devoted 30 years during the beginning of the 20th century to documenting the customs and lifestyle of more than 80 Native American tribes taking roughly 40,000 photographs. Through his photography, he captured the beauty and intricacies of Indian life.