“Nootka Method of Spearing,” 1915

Updated August 7, 2026

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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