Portfolio XVII, Plate 585: The Fruit Gatherer - San Ildefonso

Portfolio XVII, Plate 585: The Fruit Gatherer - San Ildefonso

Edward S. Curtis

1905

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This photo shows a person standing on a high, narrow staircase made of stone. They’re holding a long stick and a bundle of what looks like fruit or plants. The walls around them are rough, earthy brown, and the sky above is light and hazy. The person is dressed simply, with a dark outfit that blends into the shadows. The way the light hits their face and the stairs makes everything look soft and warm. If you like this kind of photography, check out The Cleveland Museum of Art.

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