“Nootka Method of Spearing,” 1915
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| Lot number | 3045 |
| Auction | Coin, Stamp, Collectables and More 29 |
| Date | August 28, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT |
| Auction house | Featherznest |
| Location | Grapevine, Arkansas |
Edward S. Curtis – “Nootka Method of Spearing,” 1915Original photogravure from The North American Indian, Volume 11.A striking coastal scene: a Nootka figure stands barefoot on the rocks, holding a long multi-pronged spear and gazing out over the water. The woven blanket and soft sea light emphasize both the practical skill and the quiet dignity of traditional shore fishing. Image size approx. 11¼ × 15¼ inches.
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