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Frederick MonsenCirca 1911 Frederick Monsen Sepia Photo of Mojave Children, Rio Colorado1911
1911
$2,950
£2,245.69
€2,567.30
CA$4,150.69
A$4,540.17
CHF 2,390.52
MX$54,205.03
NOK 30,467.58
SEK 27,870.56
DKK 19,175.08
About the Item
This rare circa 1911 sepia photograph by noted American photographer Frederick Monsen offers a compelling early 20th-century portrayal of Mojave Indian life in the American Southwest. The evocative composition captures two Mojave Indian children standing atop a rugged, rocky hillside overlooking the Rio Colorado in California, conveying both quiet dignity and a powerful sense of place.
Monsen, celebrated for his extensive documentation of Native American cultures and Southwestern landscapes, brings a sensitive and ethnographic eye to this image. The children’s poised stance against the dramatic natural terrain reflects a timeless connection between people and land, while the warm sepia tonality enhances the photograph’s historical depth and visual warmth. Subtle details in the rocky outcroppings and expansive horizon add texture and atmosphere, making the work both documentary and artistic in nature.
A striking example of early Western photography, this original print holds significant appeal for collectors of Native American photography, ethnographic imagery, and American historical photographs. The work is professionally presented in a custom frame and protected with UV70 conservation glass, ensuring long-term preservation and display quality.
This photograph stands as an important visual record of Mojave heritage and early 20th-century photographic practice, offering museum-worthy presence and enduring cultural significance.
- Creator:Frederick Monsen (1865 - 1929, American)
- Creation Year:1911
- Dimensions:Height: 35.25 in (89.54 cm)Width: 29 in (73.66 cm)Depth: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)
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- Framing:Frame IncludedFraming Options Available
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- Gallery Location:Denver, CO
- Reference Number:Seller: 270361stDibs: LU27315971922
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