Shib-o-nes-ta, or Crooked Left Arm
ClassificationsPhotographs-cabinet cards
Photographer
William S. Soule
(American, 1836 - 1908)
Datec. 1858
Made AtOklahoma, United States, North America
MediumPhotographic print
DimensionsOverall: 6 1/2 x 4 1/4 in. (16.5 x 10.8 cm)
Credit LineGift of Frederick L. McGuire
Object number87.28.32
DescriptionBlack and white portrait photograph of Shib-o-nes-ta or also known as Crooked Left Arm. It was taken at Fort Sill, Oklahoma and dates to 1858. He was a Native American Arapahoe. The label for this photograph describes him as being a Half-breed. In this picture, his side is towards the camera and he is resting his hand on a fur covered structure. He is wearing a fur covered hat and two long fur tails are hanging on either side from his head. A dark-colored blanket is draped on his shoulder and he is wearing a polka-dot style button up shirt. A ring can be seen on his left hand on his ring finger. This photograph is mounted onto an orange board with the photographer's name, W.S. Soule, and location, Fort. Sills, printed on the back.Old remarks:
Photograph album containing a collection of thirty-one original photographic prints of important named Indian leaders and dignitaries. The prints were the work of photographer and documentarist W.S. Soule and were taken at Fort Sill, Indian Territories, about 1858. Photos are 6-1/2"H x 4-1/4"W. The album is 9-1/4"H x 7"W x 1-1/4" thick. The album cover is of faded green leather and metal fastening is broken. Paul Apodaca is holding and will number each print.
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