Three adolescent North American Indian (Sioux) boys smile and pose, seated or crouched, beside a tree in probably South Dakota. The boys wear woven shirts with front button enclosures, slacks and moccasins. Two of the boys wear neckerchiefs. A hat is on the ground beside each boy.
Description
1 photographic print on card mount : albumen ; 18 x 25 cm. (7 x 10 in.)
Subject
Dakota Indians--19th century; Indians of North America--19th century; Teenagers--19th century
Format-Medium
Photograph;
Rights Contact Information
Copyright restrictions applying to use or reproduction of this image available from the Western History and Genealogy Dept., Denver Public Library, at photosales@denverlibrary.org.
Reproduction Available for Purchase
Yes (digital reproduction)
Related Material
Image File: ZZR711009930
Notes
Attribution printed on card mount reads: "J.C.H. Grabill. Official Photographer of the Black Hills & F.P.R.R., and Home Stake Mining Co. Studios: Deadwood and Lead City, South Dakota."; Formerly X-31894; Label printed on original negative and reproduced in photographic print reads: "3561 Three of Uncle Sam's Pets. We get rations every 29 days. Our pulse is good. Expressive medium. We put in 60 minutes each hour in our present attitude."; Title supplied.; R7110099303
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