A sepia-toned photograph of Bogus Charley and his family, identified as Modoc Indians, prisoners under the charge of Captain C.B. Throcmorton, 4th U.S. Artillery.
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19th century
yosemite art gallery

This is a vintage photograph of a Native American family, identified as “Bogus Charley and Family” in the text below the image. The photo is sepia-toned and appears to be a studio portrait. The central figure is a man, presumably Bogus Charley, wearing a patterned vest over a light-colored shirt, dark trousers, and a wide-brimmed hat. He has long dark hair and a serious expression. He is standing with his arms crossed. To his left stands a woman, also with long dark hair, wearing a patterned dress and a head covering. She is looking towards the camera with a neutral expression. In front of the man stands a young boy, wearing a short dress and a hat. He is looking down. To the right of the man stands another young boy, also wearing a short dress and a hat. He is looking towards the camera. The family is standing in front of a plain backdrop. The photograph is mounted on a card with text at the bottom, which includes a certification that the photographs were taken of Modoc Indians, prisoners under the charge of Captain C.B. Throcmorton, 4th U.S. Artillery, and acknowledged by General J.C. Davis, U.S.A. The publisher is listed as Yosemite Art Gallery, 22 & 24 Montgomery Street, Stock-House. The overall impression is one of formality and documentation, likely taken during a period of conflict or captivity.


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