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THBLate Indian Wars Photography Collection, Incl. Views of Indians and Soldiers at Fort Assiniboine, Montana
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LiveNov 17, 2017 - Nov 18, 2017
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- Lot Description
Lot of 12 albumen photographs, ranging in size from 4.25 x 6.75 in. to 7 x 9.25 in., on slightly larger mounts. The lot features 4 photographs of Sioux Indians, of which 3 are credited on verso to Arnold & Barnard, Fort Assiniboine, Montana, and show Indians gathered at the fort, with one view that appears to capture a ration day; the fourth, titled on the mount in gilt, "War Dance," is credited to D.F. Barry, Bismarck and Standing Rock, DT. A lithographed view of a painting showing Indians at camp, credited to W.H. Culver, Maiden, MT is also included.
Accompanied by 4 photographs of US Regular Army troops, including 2 views showing the soldiers lined up in formation, armed with bayonets and rifles, taken at Fort Assiniboine, MT by Klenze; and 2 unmarked photos of troops, presumably taken at Fort Assiniboine as well. Two photographs showing the fort, one uncredited but likely taken by Klenze, as well as the "Sawmill at Assinaboine" [sic] are also included.
Once considered one of the largest military forts built in the US, Fort Assiniboine was formally established in north central Montana in May, 1879. It was designed to house ten companies of infantry and cavalry, and the troops that were stationed at the fort were responsible for monitoring the activities of the American Indians in the region, patrolling the border with Canada, and protecting the state's settlers. In addition to daily military duties, Fort Assiniboine was a center for cultural events, such as theatrical performances and dances, and at one point in its history, approx. 750 officers, enlisted men, and civilians resided at the post. (Information obtained from the Havre, MT Area Chamber of Commerce, October 1, 2017.) Wolf Point was located near Fort Assiniboine, and the Assiniboine Sioux lived at this agency beginning in the early 1850s.
Range in wear, with some light to moderate toning. Some with light spotting. View of sawmill with loss to lower right corner of mount. Another view of fort with creased lower right corner. Corner and edge wear to each image.Condition
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