About This Vintage Postcard
The rhythmic beat of the drum and the vibrant blur of ceremonial feathers come to life in this mid century scene where young dancers from the Pottawatomi Indian Pow Wow Club gather at their grounds in Mayetta, Kansas. Standing behind the rustic split rail fence, their focused expressions and meticulously crafted regalia capture a powerful moment of cultural pride. From the intricate beadwork of their breastplates to the bold textures of their feathered bustles, the image preserves the enduring spirit and vivid pageantry of the prairie.
Details
Era: Chrome 1960s (1966)
City: Mayetta
State: Kansas
Country: United States of America
Topics: Pottawatomi Tribe, Native American Pow Wow, Ceremonial Regalia, Cultural Traditions
Artist/Photographer: Unknown
Condition: Uncirculated
Orientation: Horizontal (Landscape)
Publisher: Kansas Distributing Co., Junction City, Kansas
Printer: Curt Teich & Co., Chicago
Additional Information
This mid-century chrome postcard captures members of the Pottawatomi Indian Pow Wow Club in traditional regalia at Mayetta, Kansas. Produced during the height of Curt Teich's color printing era, the card reflects the vibrant photographic style of the 1960s and preserves an important visual record of Native American cultural traditions and community gatherings in the Midwest.
This vintage postcard would look great framed or make an excellent addition to any collection.
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