Albumen Print of a Group of Native Americans in Leg Irons
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A poignant albumen print captured by photographer Willis P. Haynes of Tucson, Arizona. This historic image, titled "The First Apache Indians Indicted (and Convicted) for Murder," depicts a group of Native Americans in leg irons. From left to right, the individuals are identified as Miguel, an unidentified person, Chief Gon Chee (seated), Sayes, and Bask-Ka-Lah. This albumen print offers a sobering glimpse into a dark chapter of American history and the experiences of Indigenous peoples during the late 19th century.
Description of the Albumen Print:
In this albumen print, the group of Apache Indians is depicted with solemn dignity despite their constrained circumstances. The leg irons serve as a stark reminder of the injustices faced by Native American communities during this period of forced relocation, conflict, and dispossession. The composition of the image conveys both the resilience and the hardship endured by these individuals.
Photographer Information:
Willis P. Haynes, the photographer credited with this albumen print, was renowned for his documentary work capturing the people and landscapes of the American Southwest. Based in Tucson, Arizona, Haynes had a keen eye for capturing the human experience, as evidenced by this powerful image of Apache Indians in leg irons.
Image size: 5 1/2" by 7 1/2"
Description of the Albumen Print:
In this albumen print, the group of Apache Indians is depicted with solemn dignity despite their constrained circumstances. The leg irons serve as a stark reminder of the injustices faced by Native American communities during this period of forced relocation, conflict, and dispossession. The composition of the image conveys both the resilience and the hardship endured by these individuals.
Photographer Information:
Willis P. Haynes, the photographer credited with this albumen print, was renowned for his documentary work capturing the people and landscapes of the American Southwest. Based in Tucson, Arizona, Haynes had a keen eye for capturing the human experience, as evidenced by this powerful image of Apache Indians in leg irons.
Image size: 5 1/2" by 7 1/2"
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Albumen Print of a Group of Native Americans in Leg Irons
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