Description

Sepia-colored photograph of Ring Nose, the oldest Caddo alive. Seated in studio setting wearing hat, cotton shirt, vest, leggings, and moccasins. Holding rifle barrel-up in right arm. Folder 4

Inscription(s)

Inscribed, ""The oldest Caddo alive, Ring Nose. 1876" on verso

Description

Black and white portrait photograph of Tawacanie. Seated in studio setting looking to proper left with cropped hair, wearing neckerchief and Anglo-style suit. Folder 5

Inscription(s)

Inscribed, ""Dept. of the Interior, U.S. Geological Suvey of the Territories. Prof. F. Y. Hayden, in charge." under image on recto

Description

Black and white portrait photograph of George Washington, principal chief of the Caddos. Man standing in studio setting leaning right arm against buffalo robe-covered prop. Wearing hat, long calico shirt, Anglo-style jacket, leggings, and moccasins. Folder 6

Collection Overview From the Collection: There are 1,627 Oklahoma affliated Native American Photographs. The photographs have been acquired continuously since the museum's opening in 1949 and have developed into a significant independent collection over the years. These unique photographs provide a glimpse into tribal life and customs after removal into Indian Territory, now Oklahoma, and visually illustrate the process of adaptation to European customs juxtaposed with attempts to retain unique cultural identities. Prominent...

Collection Overview From the Collection: There are 1,627 Oklahoma affliated Native American Photographs. The photographs have been acquired continuously since the museum's opening in 1949 and have developed into a significant independent collection over the years. These unique photographs provide a glimpse into tribal life and customs after removal into Indian Territory, now Oklahoma, and visually illustrate the process of adaptation to European customs juxtaposed with attempts to retain unique cultural identities. Prominent...

Collection Overview From the Collection: There are 1,627 Oklahoma affliated Native American Photographs. The photographs have been acquired continuously since the museum's opening in 1949 and have developed into a significant independent collection over the years. These unique photographs provide a glimpse into tribal life and customs after removal into Indian Territory, now Oklahoma, and visually illustrate the process of adaptation to European customs juxtaposed with attempts to retain unique cultural identities. Prominent...