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Cleveland Museum of Art

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Edward S. Curtis — Portfolio XII, Plate 430: Snake Dancer in Costume
Edward S. Curtis

Portfolio XII, Plate 430: Snake Dancer in Costume

1900

Sacred ceremonial dress is preserved through Curtis's meticulous documentation, offering insight into Hopi religious practices while demonstrating the photogravure medium's ability to capture fine detail.

Medium
photogravure

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