View of the pole used for a Sun Dance in Indian Territory (Oklahoma). The pole stands in an open field. Two animal skulls are at the base of the pole. A group of smaller wooden poles create the "Thunder's Nest" midway up the pole. A group of homes and a tepee are in the distance.
Description
1 photoprint on stereo card : stereograph ; 8 x 16 cm. (3 x 6 in.)
Type of Material
Stereographs.; Imaged.; Image
Subject
Indians of North America--Spiritual life--Indian Territory--1880-1890.; Sun dance--Indian Territory--1880-1890.; Symbols--Indian Territory--1880-1890.
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: ZZR710031983
Notes
Photographer's information printed on back of stereo card.; Title from etching in print.; Written on back of stereo card: "Indian Territory".; R7100319832
Filename
10031983.TIF
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