Son of Little Raven
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 Dr. Frederick L. McGuire, Ph.D.
Object number87.28.34
DescriptionBlack and white portrait photograph labeled Raven's Boy. It was taken at Fort Sill, Oklahoma and dates to 1858. His father is possibly Little Raven who was the head chief of the Arapahoe. In this photograph, he is looking straight into the camera. He is lying on his side against a fur covered structure. Also, he is wearing a vertical striped shirt with a blanket around his legs. 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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